UVA, Harvard, Rollins, Fordham, UCLA. What do these schools all have in common? They use the Common Application! The Common Application, or Common App as it is commonly known, is a website which you can use to apply to over 900 different colleges and universities in the US. The beauty of the Common App is […]
The advice in this article is provided courtesy of UVA’s Student Financial Services Office. Financial aid can seem like a mammoth undertaking at first. When should I start saving? What types of scholarships should I look for? How much fiscal aid do I qualify for? And goodness, all the forms! We understand how daunting it […]
One thing all college applications have in common is the letter of recommendation, and applying to UVA is no exception. Letters of recommendation are a great way for the admission deans to read someone else’s perspective of you! These letters generally focus on who you are as a student, but teachers and counselors will often […]
Note: Submitting standardized test scores will remain optional for students applying for undergraduate admission to UVA in Fall 2024 and Fall 2025. Head to the UVA Admission website for more information. Everyone’s favorite way to spend a Saturday morning: taking a four-hour exam! Well, maybe not. Regardless, it is highly likely that at least once […]
A blank Word document can be one of the most daunting sights, especially if said blank document is supposed to get a college admissions office to notice you. While some students may find essay writing as easy as breathing, there is something uniquely tricky about having to write a college application essay. After all, how […]
UVA has three admission cycles that cater to different situations. This can get confusing, but that’s okay! Below is a primer on early decision, early action, and regular decision at UVA. Application Type Student Deadline Teacher/Counselor Deadline Notification Early Decision November 1 November 8 By December 15 Early Action November 1 November 8 By February […]
Ask any student what the “right” extracurricular activities are and you’ll probably hear some similar themes: sports, clubs, service, leadership, etc. Press for anything more specific though and students’ interests will shine through: “I’ve played this particular sport for a few years so that’s a good one.” “I’ve always been curious about this club so […]
Sometimes coming to a new college as a transfer student can be difficult. Even if you’re used to certain aspects of university life, transferring often means adjusting to a different culture, a different city, and a different rhythm. At a school like UVA, this process can seem daunting. But with an undergraduate population of 16,000, […]
You’ve probably heard people say it’s important to be well-rounded but what does that actually mean? Dean J from the Office of Undergraduate Admission says, “We’re building a well-rounded class. In a well-rounded class, there’s room for all types. Some students are going to be rounded and others are going to be pointy. It all […]
If you’re considering applying to UVA or if you’ve applied and been accepted, you probably have a ton of questions about what life is really like for your average Wahoo. Below is a collection of the most-asked questions about student life, extracurricular activities and clubs, student support and more. How many students are enrolled at […]