College comparison

Minerva University vs Vanderbilt

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Minerva University San Francisco, CA	Vanderbilt Nashville, TN
Acceptance rateMinerva University is more selective	3%	6%
SAT (25–75)	—	1500–1570
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	637	7,208
Avg net price	—	$15,846
Median earnings (10 yr)	—	$91,565
Graduation rate	—	94%
Median debt	—	$14,000
Economic mobility	—	1.5%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	San Francisco, CA

Quick answers

Is Minerva University or Vanderbilt University harder to get into?

Minerva University is more selective: Minerva University's acceptance rate is approximately 3% and Vanderbilt University's is approximately 6% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Minerva University vs Vanderbilt University?

The middle-50% SAT range is — at Minerva University and 1500–1570 at Vanderbilt University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.