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Virginia, University of

Charlottesville, VA

Travel:

4.5-5 hours by car

Local Airport:

Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO)

Planning Your Visit
Places to Stay Near Campus

  • The Graduate Charlottesville

  • Boar’s Head Resort

  • Omni Charlottesville Hotel

Places to Eat

  • The Virginian 

  • Citizen Burger Bar 

  • Tavola

Other Schools You Could Add to Your Trip:

  • Washington and Lee University – ~2 hr 

  • Virginia Tech – ~2 hr 45 min 

  • James Madison University – ~1 hr 15 min 

  • Randolph-Macon College – ~1 hr 15 min

College Snapshot

Located in Charlottesville, Virginia, the University of Virginia (UVA) is a prestigious public research university founded by Thomas Jefferson and renowned for its blend of academic rigor, historic architecture, and vibrant student life. Known for its strong sense of honor and tradition, UVA attracts intellectually curious students who value both independence and community engagement.



📊 Admissions Overview

  • Freshman Applicants (2025): 58,951

  • Acceptance Rate: 16.8%

  • Early Decision Applicants: 4,461 | Admitted: 1,245

  • Early Action Applicants: 29,038 | Admitted: 6,285

  • Admission Difficulty: Most Difficult

  • Test Policy: Test-optional (SAT/ACT considered if submitted)


🎓 Who Gets In

  • Class Rank: 99% of freshmen ranked in the top half of their HS class; 84% in the top 10%.

  • GPA Profile:
    90% earned a 4.0 GPA
    7% earned 3.75–3.99
    2% earned 3.50–3.74
    Most admitted students present near-perfect transcripts with rigorous coursework.

  • Test Scores (optional):
    Middle 50% SAT:     1410–1520
    Average SAT: 716 Verbal / 735 Math
    Middle 50% ACT: 30–36 (average 33)
    Over 80% of enrolled students scored above 1400 SAT or 30 ACT.


📝 What Matters in Admissions

  • Very Important: Academic GPA, rigor of coursework, class rank, character/personal qualities, and state residency

  • Important: Application essay, recommendations, extracurricular activities, and talent/ability

  • Considered: Standardized test scores, volunteer work, work experience, first-generation status, and geographic residence

  • Not Considered: Alumni relation, religious affiliation, or demonstrated interest

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