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 Vanderbilt is a close-knit business community that opens doors to a world of possibilities. This is a place that, besides equipping you with tools for leadership, empowers you to exert a shaping influence on your own learning (and on the school). It challenges you to go beyond old boundaries and get involved with others in something bigger than yourself. Perhaps that's why Vanderbilt has long attracted students who are known for being self-starters, team players, problem solvers, global thinkers, and down-to-earth colleagues who value a degree based on practical experience more than a mere pedigree.
The Vanderbilt MBA Advantage
- A collaborative, diverse community: A supportive atmosphere that builds a sense of community while empowering individual achievement
- Hands-on experience: An abundance of innovative and immersive real-world projects that enable you to apply new knowledge quickly
- A focus on leadership: A cutting-edge leadership development program that spurs continual cultivation of transformative leadership and teamwork skills
- Extraordinary faculty: World-class faculty who are experts in their fields and passionate about scholarly research and mentoring students
- Market-driven curriculum: Curriculum that is developed with the input of industry executives who will employ graduates
- Career connections: Extensive recruiting contacts, global alumni network and a stellar reputation for creating well-rounded managers
- Global perspective: Considerable international experience and exposure give you an advantage in the rapidly changing marketplace
- A distinctive location: A beautiful, historic campus in Nashville, a city that Kiplinger's named the "Number One Smartest Place to Live," offering a thriving business climate and an outstanding quality of life
Come for a Visit
We encourage you to come to campus and experience Vanderbilt in person during one of two Discover Weekends, Nov. 7-8, 2008, or Feb. 6-7, 2009. You can also come for a personalized campus visit, Monday through Thursday, while classes are in session.
Accreditation and Rankings
Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management is accredited by the AACSB International and ranked as a top institution by BusinessWeek, The Wall Street Journal, U.S.News & World Report, Financial Times, and Forbes.
Type of program
Full-time, on-campus MBA
Length of program
21 months
Course structure
The Vanderbilt MBA curriculum offers a world-class program with the flexibility to identify and pursue your personal goals. You have multiple options to customize your degree, including market-driven specializations, concentrations, and emphases.
Entry requirements
Applicants must have a four-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university. Full-time work experience is strongly recommended but not required.
Tuition
2008-09 academic year: $39,992
Scholarships/funding available
All admitted applicants are considered for scholarships. Scholarships range from $3,000 per year to full tuition. There are also specific scholarships devoted to underrepresented minorities, women, and citizens of European and Latin American countries to promote increased diversity.
Application procedure
- Application (available online) and $100 application fee
- GMAT scores
- Transcripts
- Résumé
- Comprehensive work history
- Two letters of recommendation
- Essays
- Evaluative interview
- TOEFL or IELTS scores (international applicants only)
- Preliminary Financial Declaration Form (international applicants only)
Application deadlines
Deadlines are October 13, November 17, January 5, and March 1.
Cross-campus learning
Take classes for credit at Vanderbilt's prestigious law, divinity, medicine, education, engineering and nursing schools, or pursue a dual degree.
Career Management Center
The CMC supports students with one-on-one advising, résumé and cover letter reviews, career skills workshops, mock interviews, on-campus interviews, and much more. Salaries for Vanderbilt MBAs are highly competitive with other top business schools.
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