University of Texas at Austin vs Vanderbilt University

This page compares University of Texas at Austin and Vanderbilt University across admissions data, cost of attendance, and employment outcomes — plus cross-admit decision data from 31 applicants admitted to both.

Based on 31 applicants admitted to both schools, 61% chose to attend University of Texas at Austin. This cross-admit data reflects real enrollment decisions from verified law school applicants on LSD.Law.

Both schools are closely ranked in U.S. News: #14 and #14, separated by just 0 positions, making cross-admit data especially useful for deciding between them.

University of Texas at Austin is located in Austin, Texas, while Vanderbilt University is in Nashville, Tennessee. Regional placement matters: graduates tend to find employment near their law school, so location should factor into your decision alongside rankings and cost.

Among cross-admitted applicants, Vanderbilt University offered a median scholarship of $153,000 compared to $98,000, a difference of $55,000 that may factor into enrollment decisions.