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Friday, September 08, 2023

Fall 2023 Virtual Event Series

Our virtual program options for this fall are going to go beyond the general information session and include sessions with specialized content. We'll be emailing all of the students on our mailing list about registering for these sessions (you can add yourself on our website), but I thought I'd share the schedule here. 

First-Year Admission Process 

Thursday, September 21, 6:00pm ET 
Hear an information session from an Admission Counselor and current UVA students. We will answer your questions live! 

Common App 101 

Wednesday, September 27, 6:00pm ET 
Learn how to navigate the Common Application, including the UVA supplement. We will talk through frequently asked questions and offer tips and tricks for completing your application to UVA! 

Why UVA?: Student Panel 

Thursday, October 12, 6:00pm ET 
What makes someone choose to attend UVA? What makes them stay at UVA? A panel of current students will share their experiences and answer your questions. 

Hoo’s Talking: Diversity at UVA 

Tuesday, October 17, 6:00pm ET 
This event will give you a chance to learn about the academic and cultural opportunities available at UVA from current diverse voices on Grounds. Come learn about how student advocacy has shaped the University’s community that we see today. 

Financial Aid at UVA 

Wednesday, November 8, 6:00pm ET 
Learn about the financial aid process, including different types of financial aid and how to apply, directly from the Office of Student Financial Services. 

Transfer Admission Process 

Thursday, November 9, 6:00pm ET 
Interested in transferring to UVA from another college or university? Our Transfer Deans will explain the application and review process. 


Wednesday, September 06, 2023

McIntire School of Commerce Changes

I usually stick to application updates here, but I think this news is big enough that it should get some space here.

The McIntire School of Commerce, the undergraduate business school at UVA, has offered a two -year major (along with minors and an MS in Commerce) for years. Starting next year, the program will become a three year program. For full details, see the official press release from August 29th on the McIntire website

First year applicants interested in McIntire's Commerce major will still start in the College of Arts and Sciences. There will be changes in how transfer from outside of UVA works, but that will be covered on the transfer blog at a later time.