Would I fit in?

2VU0609
Tue, 27 Mar 2012 08:12:06 +0000

merryli, Vanderbilt’s financial aid packages do not include student loans, so I’m not sure what you are referring to with your statement about jobs to pay off loans. Also, federal work study sets a limit as to maximum hours/funding, in part to insure that students have enough time to study.
Vanderbilt has been a selective school, but the no loan policy has seemed to really fire the number of applications in recent years. It’s an outstanding school for student involvement on campus, particularly with regard to community service (Alternative Spring Break, Best Buddies, Habit for Humanity chapter all come quickly to mind). As for academics, I think you should do your own research on the many outstanding academic programs. I’m a bit surprised that you would ask that.