Are you accepted for the Spring Semester?? I am starting to work on my application for admission next Fall. I know that Vanderbilt has an excellent pass rate for boards, is very highly regarded by other professionals. I definitely think the program is worthwhile. From the research I have done, I haven;t heard anything like what you are describing your nursing school experience was. Personally I don't believe they could have the ranking they do if that is their culture. What types of experiences did you have for your application? I am stressing as I am coming from 8 years of experience in pediatric nursing, and very little Psych experience.