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University of Virginia - Thornton Hall
Thornton Hall
Home of the School of Engineering and Applied Science
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University of Virginia - Detla Tau Delta Fraternity House
Detla Tau Delta Fraternity House
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University of Virginia - The Lawn at UVA
The Lawn at UVA
Old Cabell Hall, at the south end, is decorated with a "7" and a "Z" (and probably a third?) banner/poster--signs of the University's secret societies.
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University of Virginia - UVA Rotunda
UVA Rotunda
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General Information

School Contact
University of Virginia
1740 University Ave
Charlottesville, VA 22903
United States
(434) 924-0311
www.virginia.edu
Cost
In-State Tuition: $7,180
Out-of-State Tuition: $24,100
Room and Board: $6,389
Books and Supplies: $1,000
Undergrad Student Body
Full-Time: 13,378
Total Male: 6,564
Total Female: 7,565
Part-Time: 751
Founded:
1819 		Control:
Public 		Setting:
Rural 		Academic Calendar:
Semester 		Religious Affiliation:
None

Overall Experience

Most students talk about the wonderful experiences and positive feelings they associate with UVA. The University has some of the most devoted alumni in the country. Of course, there are those who wished they had gone somewhere else and those who were turned off by things such as the lack of diversity, the prominence of Greek life, student naïvety, or the pretentiousness that is, in fact, present on campus. Those who really like UVA appreciate its traditions, the friendly and outgoing atmosphere, the beautiful setting, and the outstanding academic environment. Students definitely have their share of rough, sad, or aggravating moments at UVA, but when all is said and done, many claim that they couldn’t imagine being anywhere else.

There are so many different experiences here—putting together an unorganized, student-run play with remarkable self-motivated students, studying abroad, drinking wine and chatting with a favorite professor in his/her home, tutoring at a local school, or sunning out on the lawn with friends—that, in the end, are some of the many reasons why students are happy at UVA. If you come to UVA, be prepared to take the good with the bad. In my view, the positive aspects of the University outweigh the negatives, and the environment is as vibrant and intelligent as it was when Thomas Jefferson founded it well over a century ago.

Students Speak Out

Anonymous says:
The school was really great, believe it or not. There’s a great party scene. Some find it too preppy, but you can find just about any sort of crowd. I never regretted going to UVA over Duke.
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Anonymous says:
I miss college already. I just graduated a month ago and am already envious of my kid brother coming here in the fall. I miss the UVA lifestyle. When I was there, I never wanted to be anywhere else.
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Anonymous says:
I love Virginia! I’m so happy I chose it, and I wouldn’t go anywhere else. I’ve made great friends, and I have lots of fun, do well, and learn a lot. I think it’s a wonderful community, and there is a lot of school spirit and always plenty to get involved in. For me, it is a perfect mix of academics and fun.
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Anonymous says:
UVA is the perfect mix of academic and social elements. I have friends who will wax about Kierkegaard and Emerson, and then five hours later they’ll bong beers and slow dance. Basically, there is no better place to experience it all. If you want to immerse yourself in a difficult and complex academic world, then it is possible—the professors are brilliant and prominent. If you want to go to frat parties, football games, bars, and formals, then you can do that, as well. Plus, the campus is probably the most beautiful one around.
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Anonymous says:
I did wish I was somewhere else some of the time. The best time that I had in college was when I was studying abroad in Spain in the UVA program. UVA is so big, it was hard to connect with a lot of people when there. I recognize that my experience at UVA was not like most, but now that I’ve graduated, I’m glad I went to UVA. The degree means something—it’s a really good school.
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Contact Admissions
Phone: (434) 982-3200
E-Mail: undergrad-admission@virginia.edu
Web Site: www.virginia.edu/schls.html
Dates To Know Deadline Notification
Regular Decision January 2 April 1
Must-Reply-By May 1
Acceptance Rate:   39% Application Fee:   $40 Common Application Accepted?   Yes

Financial Aid Stats

Contact Admissions
Phone: (434) 982-6000
E-Mail: faid@virginia.edu
Web Site: www.virginia.edu/financialaid
Other Stats
Average Financial Aid Package: ? $14,135
Students Who Applied for Aid: 56%
Applicants Who Received Aid: 24%

Standardized Tests

Scores Verbal Math Composite (out of)
SAT I * 610 - 710 620 - 720 1230 - 1430 (1600)
* 25th - 75th Percentile
Other Stats
Top 10% of HS Class: 84%
SATI / ACT Required? Both
SAT II Requirements: Math, Writing, and a subject of your choice