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Welcome, We're Glad You're Here!

As the parent or family member of a transfer student, there’s a lot you’ve already learned about what it means to support your student in their education journey. Vanderbilt recognizes that although transfer students and parents are not new to the college experience, they are new to our campus community. We want to make sure you have all the tools and information you need to help your student’s transition be as seamless and successful as possible.

Contact Us:
parents@vanderbilt.edu
615-343-7370

Students enjoying the Transfer Student Social.

  • New Student Welcome Website

    A comprehensive source of information specifically curated for incoming first-year and transfer students.

  • Transfer Student Webinar Series

    Residential Colleges hosts webinars throughout the summer to discuss vital campus resources for incoming transfer students and their parents and families.听

  • Commodore Connection Newsletter


    Our office sends dedicated emails to incoming transfer families over the summer with important information about your student's upcoming arrival on campus.听

Important Dates and Deadlines

  • Immediate/May

    Your student can log into the Your Enrollment Services (YES) portal using their VUnetID once it has been activated. This is where they can monitor their progress on the incoming student checklist and complete any required items. Please note that updates in the system may take up to four days to appear in the portal.

  • June

    Your student can log into the Your Enrollment Services (YES) portal using their VUnetID once it has been activated. This is where they can monitor their progress on the incoming student checklist and complete any required items. Please note that updates in the system may take up to four days to appear in the portal.

    • All incoming transfer students are required to submit a housing application via the Housing Portal. Applications are due 10 days after your matriculation deposit deadline. (more info)
    • Students should receive course registration information from their school or college in YES
    • June 1: Housing accommodations deadline
    • June 30:听Academic and religious accommodations deadline
    • June 30:听Transfer Student Orientation Meet & Greet 1 (students only)
  • July

    Your student can log into the Your Enrollment Services (YES) portal using their VUnetID once it has been activated. This is where they can monitor their progress on the incoming student checklist and complete any required items. Please note that updates in the system may take up to four days to appear in the portal.

  • August

    Your student can log into the Your Enrollment Services (YES) portal using their VUnetID once it has been activated. This is where they can monitor their progress on the incoming student checklist and complete any required items. Please note that updates in the system may take up to four days to appear in the portal.

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Receive Our Newsletters

Starting in June, if you are not receiving our monthly Commodore Connection newsletters, please update your contact information or email us at parents@vanderbilt.edu听and we will add you to our distribution list.

Parents of transfer students are in a unique position. Starting at a new school inevitably comes with uncertainty. Vanderbilt offered many resources to make the transition seamless and welcoming. Now she is thriving, and we enjoy being part of the Vanderbilt community.

Leslie Ilany,
Class of 2024 Transfer Parent

Webinar Series Archive

2026 webinars will be included as they become available

  • June 18, 2025 海角情 | Welcome to VU and Transfer Credit Process

    Presented by Dean of Residential Colleges and Residential Education Melissa Gresalfi, Ph.D. and Senior Associate University Registrar Molly Thompson

    VIEW SLIDE DECK听

  • July 16, 2025 海角情 | Your First 30 Days at VU

    Presented by Director of Upper-Division Engagement for Residential Colleges Roshaunda Ross-Orta

    VIEW SLIDE DECK

  • August 6, 2025 海角情 | Transfer Student Orientation Overview

    Presented by Director of Upper-Division Engagement for Residential Colleges Roshaunda Ross-Orta

More to Explore

  • Orientation

    Transfer Student Orientation is designed to offer students a robust introduction to life at Vanderbilt, including informational sessions and small-group discussions. Additionally, there will be Parent and Family Orientation sessions for parents to learn about the intricacies of Vanderbilt University.

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  • Transfer Groups

    Vanderbilt recognizes that although transfer students are not new to the college experience, they are new to our campus community. Coming to a new university can be daunting. To assist with making that transition, all incoming transfer students will be assigned to a transfer group. These groups - each of which is comprised of approximately 8-10 transfer students - meet throughout Transfer Student Orientation.

    LEARN MORE

  • Transfer Credit Course Review

    The听External Education Unit听will review previous course work for newly admitted students once official final transcripts from any prior institution(s) are received. Courses that are already listed in the听,听available through Your Enrollment Services (YES), will be posted to your Vanderbilt record. For courses taken elsewhere that have not been evaluated by Vanderbilt, the External Education Unit will seek course syllabi and facilitate the evaluation process for you.

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  • Transfer Student FAQs

    Learn more on our Transfer Students FAQ page.

Campus Contacts


Transfer Student Transition Programs听

Housing and Residential Experience

Office of Student Accounts

Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships

Still need help finding what you're looking for? We'll be happy to point you in the right direction! Feel free to send us an email at parents@vanderbilt.edu.