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 […]
UVA is committed to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need. Student Financial Services has tools to help students determine their need and ways to meet it. It also provides a glossary to help families understand terms and jargon associated with financial aid. Financial Aid at UVA Incoming first years need to apply for aid prior […]
Almost all colleges and universities have their own traditions, whether its singing certain songs, calling locations by nicknames, or even dressing a certain way for special occasions. The University of Virginia is no different, and with over 200 years of history, there are plenty of traditions on Grounds! Read on for a primer on the […]
The Jefferson Scholarship is the premier undergraduate scholarship at UVA. It is awarded based on merit and covers the entire cost of attendance for four years, which consists of the actual reported cost (including tuition, room, board, books, and miscellaneous expenses) for students enrolled full time in the University. In addition, the Scholarship provides a […]
The UVA Career Center serves all degree-seeking students, regardless of major or year. The Career Center can help students choose a major, a mentor, a graduate school, an internship or a job. The Career Center also keeps track of UVA graduates after graduation, including fields alumni go into and starting salaries. Several times a semester, […]
Students have the option to move off Grounds after their first year. Those choosing to remain on Grounds, or transfer students new to the University, have several options when it comes to on Grounds options, listed below. Every student living on Grounds has a Resident Advisor (RA) who lives within the residential community. All housing […]
The Ridley Scholarship Program is a merit-based scholarship program whose mission is to uphold and promote the principles of the fund’s namesake: Dr. Walter N. Ridley, the first Black graduate of the University of Virginia. Since its inception in 1987, Ridley has supported more than 300 Black students at UVA, offering numerous scholarships across the […]
You’ve been accepted to UVA — congratulations! Now you get to choose what classes to take. But there are so many options, so how are you supposed to narrow down to the five or six that will make up your first semester at UVA? Read on for some tips on how to pick your classes […]
Students hoping to transfer to UVA at the start of their third year have eight options when it comes to program application. In addition to the five schools students can apply to as incoming first years (College of Arts and Science, Engineering, Architecture, Nursing, or Kinesiology), transfer students can choose to apply to the McIntire […]
Like countless other schools, the University of Virginia has plenty of slang, shorthand and acronyms used by its students, faculty and staff. It might seem intimidating at first if you’re new to it all, but don’t worry — this guide to UVA lingo should help you get used to the unique language used by Hoos! […]