Through a rigorous selection process, a group of students from the same city are awarded this merit-based, full-tuition leadership scholarship. Each cohort of 10, known as a “Posse”, arrives at ¹ú²úÔ´´ together, prepared to lead, grow, and make lasting change on campus.
Posse was founded because of one student who said, "I never would’ve dropped out of college if I’d had my posse with me." The simple idea of sending a group of students together to college so they could 'back each other up' became the impetus for a program that today has identified, recruited and trained thousands students with extraordinary academic and leadership potential.
Representing a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and academic passions, each scholar brings something unique to campus—and to our Posse family. Get to know the inspiring students who continue to shape the ¹ú²úÔ´´ experience.
The ¹ú²úÔ´´ Posse experience is enriched by a series of annual events that celebrate community, leadership, and personal growth. These traditions bring together scholars across all class years and deepen the bonds between cohorts, mentors, staff, and alumni.
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Posse Mentors support Posse Scholars, motivate them towards graduation, and connect them to appropriate campus resources.Â
Posse Alumni have gone on to accomplish great things. Here are some highlights of their successes.Â
Access behind-the-scenes photos and information specifically curated for scholars currently enrolled in the program.Â
Posse Scholar Program
Carmichael College, Suite 1412
posse.scholars@vanderbilt.edu
615-322-7311