UVA Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 16.81%. Very selective, indicating a competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1480. Excellent SAT scores, indicating highly competitive applicants and often placing them in the top percentiles nationally.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $23,118
- Out-of-State Tuition: $61,591
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at UVA:
- Total Enrollment: 26,409, including 1,962 online students
- 17,885 Undergraduate, 8,524 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 45.2% men, 54.8% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 96%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 2%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 98%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 225 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 23 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 126 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UVA Overview
University of Virginia-Main Campus (UVA) is a four-year, public school located in Charlottesville, VA. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UVA's tuition & fees is $23,118 for Virginia residents and $61,591 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 49% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $24,949.
The school has a total enrollment of 26,409 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
UVA's acceptance rate is 16.81% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 39.97%. The median SAT score is 1480 and the ACT score is 33.
UVA ranked 31st in National Universities and 2nd in Virginia Colleges rankings. University of Virginia-Main Campus is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Virginia-Main Campus is $23,118 for in-state students and $61,591 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $23,526 for in-state students and $37,628 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $23,941 for Virginia residents and $63,613 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $24,477 for Virginia residents and $39,114 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $23,118 | $61,591 |
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| Graduate | $23,526 | $37,628 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $23,941 | $63,613 |
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| Graduate | $24,477 | $39,114 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Virginia-Main Campus offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UVA
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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