Academic or Religious Accommodation Requests   
June 30   

New students seeking dining or transportation accommodations due to limitations related to disability should contact the Student Access Office (SAO) as early as possible or prior to June 30; however, Student Access reviews requests throughout the year.  For students in Next Steps, please go to the Commodore Access Portal and submit a New Application. Select "Next Steps program" for affiliation. Once completed, select submit. You do NOT need to submit any documentation on the next page. Student Access will provide notetaking services, and Next Steps will provide other academic modifications. 
 
To receive reasonable accommodations for a sincerely held religious belief or practice, you should submit the Religious Reasonable Accommodation Request Form  to Equal Opportunity and Access (EOA). The form must be completed before Vanderbilt can make any accommodation recommendations. Additional information is available online.  

Student Wellbeing

Your wellbeing matters, and we are here to support you as you transition to college. Explore the Student Care Network (SCN) and other helpful resources available  on campus. 
 
Before arriving, make sure you have an ample supply of medication and consider discussing a care plan with your healthcare provider. It is normal to experience a short wait for an appointment within the SCN, especially during busy periods of the year. We encourage you to reach out early to ensure you get the support you need when you need it. 
 
If you have questions about transitional medical care, the Student Health Center is available to help. 

Student Organizations

Vanderbilt has a variety of student organizations covering a diverse range of interests and topics. Explore hundreds of student groups on Anchor Link and find organizations that interest you. 

Belonging and Communities

Student Affairs Belonging and Communities helps foster welcoming and compassionate spaces where all Vanderbilt students can explore who they are holistically, connect with others, learn from differences, and grow. Through intentional programs and collaborative partnerships, our community centers help co-create a campus where every experience is honored and each student is empowered to thrive.