Vanderbilt University

School of Nursing

Vanderbilt University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Nashville, Tennessee. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Tennessee Board of Nursing. The Nashville, Tennessee campus for Vanderbilt University is located in a City setting, see the map below. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 13,456. The student-to-faculty ratio is 7-to-1. In-state tuition and fees were $67,498, while out-of-state tuition and fees were $67,498 for the most recent reporting period.

Nursing Programs

  • Pre-Nursing Studies (PRE)
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
  • RN to Master of Science in Nursing (RN to MSN)
  • Post Master of Science in Nursing Certificate (Post-MSN)
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
  • Doctor of Nursing Research or Education (PhD)

Visit the Vanderbilt University website to learn how to apply for the nursing programs listed above. We also recommend that all nursing students in Tennessee periodically review the requirements for a CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license as presented by the Tennessee Board of Nursing. Understanding the CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license requirements and duty restrictions for Tennessee will help you navigate your education needs and avoid career planning mistakes often made by nursing students.

Tuition Cost And Admissions

Description2024-2025
Student population:13,456
Student-to-faculty ratio:7-to-1
In-state tuition & fees:$67,498
Out-of-state tuition & fees:$67,498
Room and board:$22,054
Percent on financial aid:70%
Campus housing:yes
Percent admitted:6%
SAT Reading Writing range:740-770
SAT Math range:770-790
ACT Composite range:34-35
ACT English range:35-36
ACT Math range:32-35

Student Profile

Male 48%
Female 52%
Full-Time 94%
Part-Time 6%
Undergraduate 54%
Graduate 46%

Ethnicity of Students


Campus Location

Click the map below to see the campus location and to get driving directions to Vanderbilt University. You can also see the Vanderbilt University campus setting and nearby attractions in satellite or street view mode.

Map showing the location of Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee

  • Address: 2101 West End Avenue, Nashville, Tennessee 37240
  • Phone Number: 615-322-7311

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Last updated: October 14, 2025

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