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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Another Vandy parent. Still on DCUM because very occasionally there is useful grad school info that is current[/quote]

Any tips for a kid applying to Vandy this year? DC has been told by private CC to downplay their sports (3 varsity sports + travel) and interest in social life in all their applications, including Vandy, in order to focus on the substantive, academic curiosity side of things like their independent study and substantive summer job.

To me, the Common App essay and supplemental feel smart but dry. Consistent with their high stats (3.9 / 1570 / 12 APs) but not true to the more "normal" and social side of DC. Thoughts? [/quote]

Np: 
My kid got into Vanderbilt last cycle. Did not discuss sports (national level achievement) AT ALL other than in ECs and Honors. 
[i]Dare to Grow[/i] supp was about a club they co-founded, which tied (tangentially) to an academic interest. 
The personal statement was about personal qualities and community. 
Did have a description of independent research in Additional Info.

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