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Admission FAQs
What topic should I choose for my college admission essays?
Every year, thousands of anxious high school seniors ponder that question. Parke Muth, U.Va.’s senior assistant admission dean, advises, “A good essay is not good because of the topic, but…
Most Superlatives
Entering class puts up some big numbers
Each year, the bar seems to rise for students entering the University. Take a quick look at the numbers behind the Class of '14.
Admission FAQs
What is a school profile and how is it used in the application process?
A school profile is a fact sheet about an individual high school. If a profile is available, the college counseling or guidance office will include this document as part of…
Got Questions?
New database combines academic, health and business books sections
A new database available to all alumni should be familiar to recent graduates.In late May, EBSCO became active on the HoosOnline website, replacing the ProQuest database.The new resource has several…
Class Act
Talent and diversity mark incoming students
One inventor. Two published authors.A world chess champion and an award-winning actress.
Admission FAQs
What is important to know about the college search process?
Spring is a pivotal time at most high schools. “Seniors, ripe with the excitement of college acceptances, are looking forward to new beginnings,” says Greg Roberts, U.Va. dean of admission.…
No Guts No Glory
My Path to U.Va.
The University of Virginia was never supposed to be where I attended college. For as long as I can remember, my mother had her heart set on my attending a…
Admission FAQs
How is the University using social media in its admission process?
How is the University using social media in its admission process? From dispelling rumors to engaging students in a new way, the University’s Admission Office has found a valuable communication…
Letters to the Editor
I found the article “Targeting Addiction” (Fall 2009) very intriguing. I especially was curious if Dr. Bankole Johnson’s research (or even topiramate itself) is applicable to other psychological medical conditions.…
Carrying on the Legacy
Greg Roberts discusses his new role as admission dean
A Q & A with Greg Roberts explores admissions.
Letters to the Editor
Rather, Palin tried to explain, when ambushed by Katie Couric (Col ’79) in an “interview,” that the government of Alaska has trade missions with Russia and Canada and that the…
Admission FAQs
SATs and U.Va.
My child is taking a tough course load and is making terrific grades, but his SAT scores are weak. Should he even bother applying to U.Va?Admission counselors at U.Va use…
Admissions FAQ
Is it more difficult for women to be admitted to the University?No. “Parents of daughters—relax,” says Greg Roberts, dean of admission. “The University has long had a policy of gender-blind admission.…
HIGHLIGHTS
Fighting Fire at the University
In 1828, the Board of Visitors created the University Fire Company.
Costly Cartoons?
Fast-paced shows hurts executive function in children
Look Book
A brief history of fashion at U.Va.
14 Reasons to Love Charlottesville in Winter
Body Builder
Mike Curtis helps athletes recover from injuries and maintain peak form
Stacked Up
Doubling the capacity of the Ivy Stacks.
175 Years of Engineering
A few of the U.Va. engineers whose projects have touched our daily lives.
A Funeral Procession for the Marquis
An alumna explores La Fayette’s connection to the University
The Simple Things Said It All
On being in the first class of women.
Scientific Six Pack
Improve your putting, earn more money, increase your odds of survival and other topics U.Va. researchers are exploring.
In the Age of Slavery
U.Va. examines role of enslaved laborers in tribute to bell-ringer Henry Martin
Life Lessons on the Green
David Cook’s golf novel adapted to the big screen
