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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
The University of Virginia continuously seeks to define and redefine itself, motivated by shared passion for discovery, innovation, community, service and social justice. A top priority is to create a living, learning, and work environment that supports—and challenges—our academic community. Diversity is key to helping students realize their full potential as people, as scholars and […]
It’s important to be social while attending college. While grades and coursework are of course a key component to success, don’t underestimate the power of finding a group of like-minded people! Being in a club, sorority or fraternity, or other organization can be one of the most fulfilling aspects of your time on Grounds by […]
Students have three options when it comes to Residential Colleges: Brown, Hereford or the International Residency College. Students have to apply to live in these colleges and can live there for any or all of their time at UVA. Each college has its own “personality,” which can help guide a student’s choice. Brown College The […]
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 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, […]