Many families start feeling anxious about the college search process as their children enter high school. This pressure likely intensifies during the 10th grade year—but it is also the perfect time to develop a plan! Setting a solid foundation for the college application process will ease the stress of this otherwise tumultuous time, make some […]
Test-optional is a college admissions policy that gives applicants the choice to include or exclude their standardized testing scores in their application. Essentially, submission of a standardized test score is not a requirement of admission and students are not penalized for not including SAT or ACT scores in an admission decision. Many schools, including UVA, […]
It’s no secret that the college application process has changed over the last thirty, twenty, and even two years. Applications used to be sent by mail but are now submitted online. Standardized testing used to be a key metric; now, students must be well-rounded academically and personally beyond their test scores. But what else about […]
Myth: Rigor is measured by the number of A’s or AP courses on a student’s transcript. Fact: UVA admissions prefers to see high school students who are willing to challenge themselves academically and work hard. Rigor and performance are often illustrated through a student’s academic record, also known as their transcript. At first glance, a […]
College tours are a great opportunity for parents and their children to explore and learn more about colleges in which they are interested. Since your college visits will probably be on the shorter end, it’s important to be thorough and efficient with whatever time you are able to spend there. Here are five tips to […]
Application season is an exciting time for students and their families! Students may feel the pressure of juggling applications on top of senior year and extracurricular activities, and parents may feel the angst of trying to provide guidance to their student without overstepping. Here are three tips for parents to help their children as they […]
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 […]
Inclusion, comfort, and a sense of belonging are all integral parts of getting acclimated to college. Having groups out there with your best interests at heart is a perfect start to anyone’s university journey. The University of Virginia has a thriving, diverse community of students, faculty and staff, and the University and the Alumni Association […]
College preparation can be easy, tedious or anywhere in between, and timing and discipline is key. While it’s important that students take the time to enjoy themselves, it’s also good to get a head start on college prep when possible. There are plenty of strategies and tips that both parents and kids can implement before […]
Each school at UVA has its own set of requirements, even though there are a few things that all or most of the schools have in common. Majors have separate sets of requirements in addition to the school’s general requirements, which can be viewed on the individual department websites. Read on for a primer on […]