How can I get admission to MS in Data Science at Vanderbilt University?

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Yes,   getting into Vanderbilt University (in Nashville, USA) is really hard. Whether you find it “hard” depends on how strong your credentials are — but overall, compared to most universities, Vanderbilt is among the most selective in the U.S. Here's a breakdown of why and what “hard” means

International students must meet the Vanderbilt University eligibility requirements to apply to this university. For the Vanderbilt Class of 2029,  the average high school GPA stood at 3.89 on a 4.0 scale; meanwhile, 35.9% students had a perfect 4.0 GPA, making Vanderbilt admissions very tough.

With an acceptance rate of just 4.6% for the class of 2029, Vanderbilt admissions can be considered highly selective. International students are required to put their best foot forward to be able to get an offer letter from this university. 

The table given below highlights the typical profile o

Vanderbilt University does not require students to submit SAT or ACT scores for undergraduate admission for the next admission years, ie, 2026, 2027. Students are free to choose whether to submit the SAT or ACT scores. 

International students just need to submit the English proficiency test sc

Vanderbilt University uses a holistic approach while evaluating a student application. Hence, numbers are important, but so is the performance of a student beyond class. Mentioned below are the most important factors this university considers: 

• Academic Excellence: GPA plays an important role in