We are so excited to see reservations rolling in for our summer information sessions and tours. If you're planning a visit to UVA this summer, here are some notes for you to consider.
1. Registration helps us pick our venue.
The Office of Admission doesn't have an auditorium for large groups, so
we reserve spaces around the University to accommodate our information
sessions.
Making a reservation ensures that we have a large enough space
for our guests. Registration for each month typically opens a month prior, but we have July and August up since many people are making summer visit plans now.
Attending the information session and tour will not have any bearing on our review if you decide to apply to UVA. We don't use interest here!
2. We'll communicate with visitors by email.
A confirmation email goes to the student after they register for the
information session and tour. In addition, we will send a reminder with
parking information in it a few days before your scheduled visit.
Please
watch for these emails and share them with anyone visiting with you.
Parking can be tricky in the summertime because of new student
orientation and summer camps on Grounds. Don't just plug UVA into Waze
and expect to park when you get close to the University. Use the
instructions we send you.
3. Summer is construction season.
As soon as graduation is over, the work crews get busy with all sorts of
projects around the UVA Grounds. Fewer people are inconvenienced by
closures and detours during the summer. I try to remind myself that
these projects are making UVA even better than ever.
4. Bring a water bottle.
Our tours are about 90 minutes long and summer in Virginia can be hot! Bring a water bottle and take advantage of the bottle fillers we have
around Grounds (they are usually next to water fountains). We have water
coolers in our office, so you can get a refill when your tour guide
brings you to Peabody Hall at the end of your tour.
