Topic: Admissions
Applications make history again
For the Class of 2030, the total number of applications across all three admissions cycles grew by 27 percent.
April 22, 2026
Total first-year applications to UVA surge to 82,089
In this year’s admissions cycle, total applications surged—to 82,089, a 27 percent jump from last year and a 153 percent increase from 2016.
Spring 2026
UVA admits 1,225 in binding early decision round
The Class of 2030 is already taking shape, with about one-quarter of the class accepting binding offers.
December 18, 2025
Applications up, offer rates down for Class of 2029
For the Class of 2029, the total number of applications across all three admissions cycles grew by 8.4 percent.
Summer 2025
New law bans legacy preferences
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin signed bills ending preferential treatment for applicants related to alumni of the state’s public universities.
Summer 2024
Record-breaking admissions: The latest cycle, by the numbers
A breakdown of UVA's latest batch of admissions offers
Summer 2024
In early decision round, 30 percent of Virginian applicants win offers
Offers were extended to 30 percent of Virginians and 19 percent of out-of-state students who applied during the first of UVA’s three admissions cycles.
Spring 2024
UVA changes Common App after affirmative action ban
Following the Supreme Court’s ruling on affirmative action, new essay prompts allow applicants to discuss race, ethnicity or legacy status in the context of their personal experiences.
Fall 2023
UVA assesses affirmative action ruling’s impact
Open questions in Harvard, UNC cases leave higher ed pondering ways to build talented and diverse incoming classes
July 5, 2023
9,000 get offers for 4,000 spots at UVA
The overall acceptance rate for Virginians held relatively steady at 27 percent.
Summer 2023
From record applications, UVA extends 7,000 early offers
This year, UVA received a record 55,845 applications, up from 50,813 applications the previous year.
Spring 2023
From the Publisher: Celebrating Ridley’s Success
Celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Ridley Scholarship Program, which is dedicated to attracting Black students of the highest academic caliber to UVA.
Winter 2022
The class of 2026, by the numbers
Over 4,000 first-years have arrived on Grounds. Take a look at the demographics of the newest class of ’Hoos.
Winter 2022
It’s now harder than ever to get into UVA
The University made offers to fewer than 1 in 5 this admissions cycle, a record low. Record-high applications tell only part of the story.
Summer/Fall 2022
Undergraduate applications break records for a second consecutive year
UVA’s decision to remain test optional is likely one reason for the continued growth.
Spring 2022
Admissions Interview
The head of enrollment talks about what UVA looks for in applicants, including when they’re children of alumni.
Winter 2021
The Class of 2025 in Their Own Words
Excerpts from admission essays for incoming first-years
Fall 2021
The Newest ’Hoos: Who They Are and How They Got Here
How admissions officers built the Class of 2025—by the numbers, by the essays and by the seat of their pants.
Fall 2021
Undergraduate application rates hit records
A few factors likely contributed to surging rates across all schools and from students of diverse backgrounds.
Spring 2021
Amid record applications, UVA issues 6K early offers
The admissions office has seen a record number of applications this year.
Spring 2020
UVA admissions brings back early decision
The binding option returns after a hiatus due to demand but won’t replace early action.
Fall 2019
How to Write Your Way into UVA
How to write an admission essay so good that UVA’s deans can’t wait to meet you.
July 15, 2019