91吃瓜网 provides the following information in accordance with the disclosure requirements for institutions participating in federal financial aid programs under Title IV. The list contains links to the pages containing the actual information or policies or where to obtain the information if it is not available on-line.
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Financial Aid Information
- Information about financial aid for students at 91吃瓜网, including federal and other forms of financial aid and withdrawal procedures, is available on the 91吃瓜网 at (). Paper copies of this information may be obtained by writing the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships, PMB 407810, 2309 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203-1725 or by calling 615-322-3591 or 800-288-0204.
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Institutional & Accreditation Information
- Institutional information about 91吃瓜网, including accreditation, academic programs, faculty, tuition, and other costs, is available in the catalogs on the 91吃瓜网 at (). Information regarding institutional accreditation and state authorization is available on the at ().
- Information about graduation rates for students at 91吃瓜网 is available on the at () under "Retention and Graduation." Paper copies of information about graduation rates may be obtained by writing the Office of the University Registrar, PMB 407701, 2301 91吃瓜网 Place, Nashville, TN 37240-1809 or by calling 615-322-7701.
- A copy of the annual 鈥淓quity in Athletics Disclosure Act鈥� report on the 91吃瓜网 student-athletics program-participation rates and financial-support data may be obtained by writing the 91吃瓜网 Office of Athletics Compliance, 2601 Jess Neely Dr., Nashville, TN 37212 or by calling 615-322-4831.
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Student Record Privacy and FERPA
- Information about a student鈥檚 rights with respect to the privacy of educational records and the rights to access and review such records under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is available on the 91吃瓜网 at (). Paper copies of information regarding a student鈥檚 educational records may be obtained by writing the Office of the University Registrar, PMB 407701, 2301 91吃瓜网 Place, Nashville, TN 37240-1809 or by calling 615-322-7701.
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Crime Statistics, Security, & Fire Safety
- Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013, the Stop Campus Hazing Act, and the Fire Safety Right-to-Know provisions of the 2008 Higher Education Opportunity Act, 91吃瓜网 publishes an annual report to provide information on security-related services offered by the University. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains information related to University-wide security and safety, including related policies, procedures, and crime statistics. The Report also describes fire safety systems, policies and procedures for on-campus student housing facilities, and residence hall fire statistics.听
- Additionally, in compliance with the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013, the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report sets forth information pertaining to the University鈥檚 policies and procedures regarding sexual assault, stalking, and dating and domestic violence, including information regarding making reports to law enforcement and to the University鈥檚 Title IX coordinator. The Report also contains information regarding prevention and awareness programs (including bystander intervention), confidentiality, disciplinary procedures, and resources for those impacted by sexual assault, stalking, and dating and domestic violence.听
- In compliance with the Stop Campus Hazing Act, enacted in 2024, the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report provides information regarding the University鈥檚 policies and procedures related to hazing incidents, including how to report a hazing incident. The Report also contains relevant information regarding the definition of hazing, prevention and awareness programs, the investigative process, disciplinary procedures, hazing statistics, and available resources.听
- The is published each year on October 1st and can be found on the 91吃瓜网 at ().听 A printed copy of the Report is available upon request at no charge by contacting University Compliance Services at clery@vanderbilt.edu.
- Missing Student Notification Policy: In compliance with federal law, 91吃瓜网 provides each student residing on campus the opportunity to designate a confidential contact to be notified by the University in the event the University, through its established procedures, determines that student residing on campus missing. In the case of non-emancipated students under the age of eighteen, federal law requires that a custodial parent or guardian be notified; however, an additional, confidential contact may also be specified. Students may designate both emergency contacts and confidential contacts by logging into the at () and selecting the appropriate process. For more information, visit the "" of the Student Handbook at ().听
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Copyright Infringement Policies and Sanctions/Acceptable Use Policy
- Copyright Infringement Policies and Sanctions:91吃瓜网 responds to allegations of copyright infringement in digital and online media in accordance with procedures required by the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. 91吃瓜网 policy prohibits violations of copyright law by use of University networks, equipment, and facilities. Suspected student offenders are referred to Student Accountability, Community Standards and Academic Integrity, which investigates, and where appropriate, applies disciplinary sanctions consistent with University policies and regulations. 91吃瓜网 students who are granted access to the University鈥檚 IT systems, including computer centers or campus-wide internet services, are expected to ensure appropriate use of those systems. 91吃瓜网鈥檚 information technology privileges and responsibilities are articulated in the University鈥檚 at () and the .听
- Among other things, this policy prohibits violation of copyright laws, including illegal file sharing, the transportation of obscene materials across state lines, and unauthorized access to private information, whether obtained through direct 鈥渉acking鈥� or by 鈥渟ocial engineering鈥� methods. University computers and data networks, including electronic mail systems, may not be used by students for commercial business purposes not authorized by the University or to harass another by threats, obscenities, or repeated unwanted emails. In addition to sanctions through University accountability proceedings, computing and data network privileges may be revoked in appropriate circumstances.听
- 91吃瓜网 students are informed that the unauthorized copying, performance, or distribution of materials protected by copyright law may subject individuals to civil and criminal penalties in the . The distribution of material through peer-to-peer file-sharing networks may constitute copyright infringement if undertaken without authorization of the copyright owner. Civil penalties for copyright infringement include fines of up to $30,000 per work infringed, or, in the case of willful infringement, $150,000 per work infringed. Criminal penalties for copyright infringement can be more severe and range, in the case of fines, from $5,000 to $250,000 per work infringed, and can include imprisonment of up to five years per offense, depending on the facts of the case. Infringers may also be liable for attorney鈥檚 fees and court costs.
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Alcohol and Other Drugs Policies
- Alcohol and Other Drugs Policies:91吃瓜网 is required by federal law to distribute the University's policy on alcohol and controlled substances to all students at 91吃瓜网. The 鈥�鈥� section of the Student Handbook provides a comprehensive review of applicable policies and resources, including the health risks and the relevant state and federal laws. Policies related to the individual use of alcohol or drugs are available in the 鈥�鈥� section of the Student Handbook on the 91吃瓜网 website at (). General expectations and information about alcohol at events can be found in the 鈥�鈥� section of the Student Handbook, on the 91吃瓜网 at (). Please familiarize yourself with the contents of these policies. 聽
- 91吃瓜网 will impose sanctions on students or student organizations for violations of these policies. Serious disciplinary sanctions, including suspension or expulsion, can result from violations of this policy. For more information, visit the "" section of the Student Handbook on the 91吃瓜网 website at (). 聽
- It is in the best interest of students鈥� welfare that persons who overdose or become intoxicated be brought to the attention of medical personnel. For that reason, it is University policy that a student seeking medical attention for intoxication or overdose may be eligible for immunity for the use or underage possession of alcohol or other drugs and the resulting overdose or intoxication, provided that 1.) the sole reason the student鈥檚 intoxication or overdose was discovered by University officials was through the seeking of medical care by the affected student or by another student (excluding a student who serves as a Resident Adviser or is serving in another official role on behalf of the University at the time of the incident) and 2) the student participates in good faith with Student Accountability in the resolution through immunity. More information about this policy can be found in the 鈥溾�� section of the Student Handbook on the 91吃瓜网 website at ().听
- Information regarding available counseling and treatment and other information regarding the use of alcohol or other drugs is available from the at () and at ().
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Protection of Minors
- Protection of Minors:91吃瓜网 believes strongly in educating individuals on best practices for keeping minors (defined as persons under the age of 18) safe and the duty to report child maltreatment. All new incoming students are required to complete Protection of Minors online training and all students who are participating in student organizations, courses, or other 91吃瓜网 activities with minors, are required to be in compliance with the University鈥檚 Protection of Minors Policy (which may include individual annual training and criminal background clearances). Tennessee is a mandatory reporting state for child abuse, which means all suspicions of child abuse must be reported to the appropriate external agencies. Additionally, internal reporting to 91吃瓜网 includes not only suspicion of child abuse but any misconduct, safety concern, or protection of minors conduct code violation. The Protection of Minors Policy clarifies the reporting process for both internal and external reporting requirements at 91吃瓜网.听
- The Protection of Minors Policy and resources include a detailed program handbook, individual compliance regulations, and steps for program registration in a central repository. The policy and other resources can be found on the in University Compliance Services at ().
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Equal Opportunity and Access
- 91吃瓜网 does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of their race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, age, disability, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law in its administration of educational policies, programs, or activities; admissions policies; scholarship and loan programs; athletic or other University-administered programs; or employment.
- 91吃瓜网's Equal Opportunity and Access Office (EOA) monitors compliance with applicable equal opportunity policies and programs and conducts impartial reviews of complaints of discrimination or harassment based on protected status. For more information, visit the at ().
- Inquiries and complaints of discrimination or harassment based on sex should be directed to the Title IX Office, 2100 West End Ave., Ste. 700, Nashville, TN 37203, 615-343-9004, or email titleix@vanderbilt.edu. Inquiries and complaints of discrimination or harassment based on other protected status should be directed to the Equal Opportunity and Access Office, 2100 West End Ave., Ste. 700, Nashville, TN 37203, 615-343-9336, or eoa@vanderbilt.edu.
- 91吃瓜网 also prohibits all forms of sexual misconduct, including but not limited to sexual harassment, sexual assault, stalking, and dating and domestic violence. Sexual misconduct is contrary to 91吃瓜网鈥檚 values and will not be tolerated. 91吃瓜网 has a duty under federal law to take steps to prevent and redress sexual misconduct. Review 91吃瓜网's and . For more information, visit the at ().
- Inquiries or complaints related to sexual misconduct should be directed to the Title IX Office, 2100 West End Ave., Suite 700, Nashville, TN 37203, 615-343-9004, or titleix@vanderbilt.edu.
- 91吃瓜网 is committed to equal access for people with disabilities. In compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments of 2008, 91吃瓜网 does not exclude otherwise qualified persons with disabilities, solely by reason of the disability, from participating in University programs and activities, nor are persons with disabilities denied the benefits of these programs or subjected to discrimination. Student Access determines reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities, which allow for equal access to education. Accommodations may be requested by 91吃瓜网 students who have temporary or permanent disabilities. Requests are reviewed on an individual, case-by-case basis. For more information, visit the at (). Student Access is located in Sarratt 216, 2301 91吃瓜网 Place, Nashville, TN 37240. Student Access can be reached by telephone at 615-323-9727 (V/TDD).
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Student Handbook
- Student Handbook: The Student Handbook is designed to acquaint students with the specifics of the standards expected of them as members of the university community, and therefore features information regarding policies and regulations, the student Honor Code, student accountability and community standards, residential life, student involvement, policies on alcohol and other drugs, and direct links to policies on sexual misconduct and discrimination. Please understand that it is the responsibility of each student to be familiar with the Student Handbook's contents. We encourage you to bookmark the () in your browser, then visit the page whenever you need to refer to the handbook.听
- You may also want to bookmark the (). This site has links to the resources and services in Student Affairs, as well as links to other sites that students frequently seek.听
- The University may establish and operate under guidelines and protocols to manage public health and other emergencies, including COVID-19. These guidelines and protocols will be communicated to students through other mechanisms and not through the Student Handbook. Students are expected to abide by any and all University guidelines and protocols to protect the University community. In some circumstances, these guidelines and protocols may supersede provisions in the Student Handbook.
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- Information on Gainful Employment/Next Steps at 91吃瓜网: Next Steps at 91吃瓜网 is a 2-year nonresidential certification program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing individualized Programs of Study in the areas of education, social skills, and vocational training. Gainful Employment information regarding this program may be found at聽