2027 Vanderbilt University International Need-Based Aid (US Based)

Scholarship Awarding University: 


Type of degree: 

Bachelor’s

Scholarship Deadline: 

Applications for this scholarship will end as follows;  

Scholarship Summary: 

Vanderbilt University offers need-based scholarships to a limited number of first-year international undergraduate applicants. If you indicate on your application for admission that you are seeking need-based assistance, the admission decision will be made on a need-aware basis.

Scholarship Applicant Criteria: 

Applications from international citizens who apply for need-based assistance will be reviewed and chosen based on an evaluation of academic qualities, leadership and community engagement, financial need, and availability of resources.

Value of Scholarship: 

The Vanderbilt International need-based awards (and/or merit scholarships) offered, range from $16,815–$99,998 per year for four years (for fall 2026).

Scholarship Application Guide: 

To apply;
i. Complete an application for admission into Vanderbilt
ii. In order to apply for need-based scholarships, you must submit the College Scholarship Service (CSS) Profile or the ISFAA (International Student Financial Aid Application).
  • Applicants can locate the ISFAA form in the after submitting the admission application.
  • International students typically awarded need-based aid demonstrate exceptional academic and co-curricular talent in the admissions process.


Scholarship Website: 

Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the International Scholarship Page