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 […]
UVA offers a number of scholars programs for students to be involved in based on their interests, demographics and academic merit. But which ones accept which students, and on what basis? Read on for more information about some of the scholars programs at UVA and how you can be a part of them. Echols Scholars […]
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, […]
UVA offers a wide variety of health services to its students on Grounds. The health and psychological counseling services at Student Health and Wellness are available to all registered students who have paid the comprehensive fee, regardless of insurance coverage. Students are encouraged to make an appointment when they need care at Student Health and […]
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 […]
If there’s anything people think of when they hear the word “college,” it’s life in college dorms. And UVA is no different! If you’re not used to communal living arrangements, living in a big building with many other people might be strange at first. But many people make their first friends, and often lifelong friends, […]
As many college students can tell you, it’s easy to either forget to eat when you’re busy with schoolwork, or eat the worst possible stuff you can find. But with UVA’s many different dining options, some of the struggle is made a little bit easier. All first years are required to have a meal plan, […]
The atmosphere of a university’s location is often a key component of where an applicant chooses to attend. Whether it’s a proximity to nature, a high volume of museums to visit nearby, or being nestled in the heart of a city, college life is more than just going to class and then back to your […]
It’s the dream of many students when they apply to college: being able to study abroad! UVA students have the opportunity to study abroad for credit, and approximately 40% of University students study abroad each year across over 450 programs. Through its Education Abroad division, UVA’s International Studies Office coordinates study abroad for the year, […]