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, […]
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 […]
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! […]
Whether it’s cheering with your UVA beanie on at Scott Stadium, buying concessions at a basketball game, or watching the lacrosse team play, the University of Virginia’s Varsity Athletics is a large part of student life at the University. UVA offers the following varsity sports: Men’s Baseball Men’s & Women’s Basketball Men’s & Women’s Cross […]
UVA is dedicated to helping all students with disabilities, and its Student Disability Access Center (SDAC) is committed to promoting a culture of access and inclusion for all students and all academic programs and University resources. Their goal is to ensure that all students at UVA can participate fully in UVA programming and opportunities across […]
College life is many things for many people — fun, stressful, exciting, just to name a few — but one thing that’s always important is staying safe. To ensure a safe experience on Grounds, the University has several measures in place to protect the health and wellbeing of its students. In case of emergencies or […]