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Electronic submission of applications for graduate admission is required through the Admissions Office of the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. Please go to http://graduate.as.virginia.edu/   and select the Admission tab to begin the application process.

Materials to be submitted with the online application are three letters of recommendation, transcripts of previous undergraduate and graduate work, and GRE scores. International students whose native language is not English, and who have not completed all years of a baccalaureate degree in an institution where the primary language of instruction is English, are also required to take the TOEFL exam to demonstrate English fluency. (The TOEFL requirement is not automatically waived even if the applicant has or will have obtained a degree from an institution where English is the primary language of instruction.) All applicants are automatically considered for financial aid.

The entire application form, including letters of recommendation, must be completed and submitted online. No application materials should be sent to the department or to the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. If you are unable to submit any of the required materials electronically, please send an email to the Admissions Office of the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences explaining your situation.

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The department typically is not able to offer financial support to non-Ph.D. students.

For Ph.D. students, financial aid is awarded on an annual basis (contingent upon satisfactory performance) and is available in the form of fellowships and teaching assistantships. First-year Ph.D. students are generally supported on fellowships requiring no teaching duties.  More advanced students are typically supported on a combination of fellowships and teaching assistantships.  Teaching duties usually start with assisting in discussion sections of large introductory undergraduate courses.  More advanced students frequently teach their own courses, with assignments varying.  The current annnual financial support package totals $26,000, and also includes health benefits and waiver of tuition and fees.

What concentrations are offered within the Statistics graduate programs?

Both the MS and Ph.D. program offer concentrations in Biostatistics. The MS program offers a concentration in Data- nalytic Methods, which provides relevant training to students interested in data science. It is not necessary to declare any concentration on the graduate admissions application; in fact, most students do not. For more information, please see the graduate programs page. For more information, please see the graduate programs page .

What are the program prerequisites?

All applicants should have completed coursework on the following subjects: Calculus (through multivariable), a calculus-based course or courses in probability and statistics, and a linear algebra course. Applicants to the Ph.D. program would be well-served by having additional mathematics courses, such as an introduction to proofs and real analysis.

Is an MS required to apply to PhD program?

No. In fact, most of our Ph.D. students do not have a Masters degree.

Where do I find application materials?

All application materials and other information are available here .

The entire application form, including letters of recommendation, must be completed and submitted online. No application materials should be sent to the department or to the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences.

What is the application fee?

$85. This cannot be waived.

What is the application deadline?

The application deadline is January 15

Are students admitted for the Spring term?

Ph.D. students are not admitted for the Spring term. It is unusual, but not unheard of, for an MS student to start the program in the spring; however, because the program is not designed for spring admission there is a real possibility such a student would encounter complications the would prevent program completion within three semesters. All applicants, including those who wish to be considered for Spring admission, would need to go through the usual application process, subject to the deadline of January 15 by which the application must be received.

Is there a separate application form for financial support?

No. Just check the box on the application form indicating that you want to be considered for financial support.

If I am admitted will I automatically be offered financial assistance?

Ph.D. students all receive financial support as described above. Unfortunately, we are typically not able to offer financial support to MS students.

What types of financial assistance are there?

The standard financial support package for Ph.D. students is described above. Research assistantships are also occasionally available, with comparable levels of support. All Ph.D. students supported as GTA’s or GRA’s receive a full tuition waiver and health benefits. The department typically hires a small number of MS students, paid by the hour, to assist in grading or otherwise support courses taught within the department.

Do I need to take the GRE?

Yes, GRE scores are required for admission.  

Do I need to take the TOEFL or IELTS?

A TOEFL or IELTS score from within the last two years is required for applicants whose native language is not English. A minimum score of 90 is required on the iBT (internet-based) version of the TOEFL. Minimum subscores are 22 in speaking, 22 in writing, 23 in reading, and 23 in listening. A minimum score of 600 is required on the paper version. The minimum IELTS score requirement is 7.0.

Note: Applicants completing all years of a baccalaureate degree in an institution where the primary language of instruction is English do not need the TOEFL or IELTS. All other applicants (including those who have attended graduate  programs in the U.S. or less than 4 years in a U.S. undergraduate institution) are not  exempt from the TOEFL or IELTS requirement. 

Are there additional English language requirements for non-native English speakers?

Yes. All such students must achieve a satisfactory score (typically 55) on the SPEAK test, which is administered after admission upon arrival at UVA. (There is no change for this test.) Students with lower scores will be required to take English language courses given at UVA.

Is there a minimum GPA requirement?

Yes. The Graduate School typically requires a GPA (overall) of at least 3.0. Successful appli- cants (especially for the PhD program) usually have GPA’s of 3.4 or higher.

Can my application be considered with unofficial copies of the TOEFL?

Yes. But any offer of admission and/or financial support will be contingent upon having official text scores submitted.

What institution code should I use for TOEFL scores?

Use  Code B875 for TOEFL. This will send your score to the University Registrar, who will enter it into our university database. Do not have your scores (or anything else) sent directly to the department.

When can I expect to hear of a decision about my application?

All applications arriving by the January 15 deadline will typically receive a response by mid to late February.

How many students are admitted?  Is there a limit on the number of international students?

We typically enroll 5 PhD students from among 80-90 applicants. We typically enroll 25-30 MS students from 250 applicants. There is no limit on the number of international students, which varies from year to year

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Even the most qualified and confident applicants worry about getting into grad school. But don’t panic! Graduate school acceptance rates, which give the percentage of applicants that were admitted to a particular school or program in an academic year, can help you determine how likely you are to get into a given program.  But where can you find grad school admissions statistics?

In this article, we’ll first investigate the trends and factors associated with graduate school acceptance rates. Then, we’ll take a look at some of the current acceptance rates and give you expert tips on how to find acceptance rates for your programs. Finally, we’ll show you how to determine your odds of getting into grad school.

Graduate School Acceptance Rates: Factors and Trends

Grad school acceptance rates are the same as any other acceptance rate: the lower the acceptance rate, the more selective the school or program is. Similarly, the higher the acceptance rate, the less selective the school or program is. As with undergrad acceptance rates, grad school acceptance rates vary widely, from extraordinarily selective (less than 5 percent) to incredibly lenient (nearly 100 percent).

Unlike undergrad rates, though, grad school acceptance rates are usually calculated for specific programs or departments and  not for entire universities. This is because with grad school, you are essentially applying to an individual program rather than an overall institution (as you did for undergrad).

Now that we’ve covered all of the basics, let’s look at a few key trends. Our research indicates there are three major factors that help determine grad school acceptance rates:

• School or program prestige
• Degree type
• Amount of funding

Let’s look at how each of these factors influences grad school acceptance rates.

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#1: School or Program Prestige

How prestigious a particular grad school or program is can affect its overall competitiveness and selectivity. In general, the more prestigious a program is, the more competitive it’ll be and thus the lower acceptance rate it’ll have.

An easy way to determine school or program prestige is to consult official rankings, such as those listed on  U.S. News . (Grad schools are typically ranked by field or program and   not by overall institution.)

For example, a 2017  U.S. News  list of the best political science grad programs  ranked Duke’s political science program at #7 and Northwestern’s at #23. Because both of the programs have fairly high rankings, it’s safe to assume they’re probably quite selective.

And this is true: in 2016,  Duke  reported a mere 10 percent acceptance rate to its political science doctoral program, while  Northwestern  reported a 12 percent acceptance rate.

#2: Degree Type

Another major factor is degree type. Generally,  doctoral programs tend to be more selective than master’s programs (though this isn’t always the case as I’ll explain in a moment). This trend is likely due to the fact that doctoral programs often look for higher-quality applicants with proven academic track records and more relevant experience in their fields.

For example, in 2016  University of Michigan’s math doctoral program  had a 17.2 percent acceptance rate, whereas its master’s program  had a much higher 31.8 percent rate. In this case, the doctoral program is clearly tougher to get into than the master’s program.

Still,   master’s programs can have lower acceptance rates than doctoral programs. If we were to take the University of Michigan’s grad programs in computer science and engineering, we’d find that the doctoral program has  a 15 percent acceptance rate  and the master’s  an even lower 8 percent acceptance rate .

Additionally, M.F.A. programs are particularly cutthroat. In 2015, the creative writing M.F.A. program at UT Austin’s James A. Michener Center for Writers only admitted 12 out of 678 applicants — that’s a mere 1.8 percent acceptance rate !

#3: Amount of Funding

Funding, too, plays a big role in how selective a grad program is.

Well-funded  programs typically receive more applications than those offering little to no aid, thereby raising their selectivity. Competition is especially fierce for fully funded programs — possibly because fewer people are willing to go into debt for grad school.

Compared to fully funded doctoral programs, fully funded master’s programs are somewhat rare and thus pretty competitive. UT Austin’s Creative Writing M.F.A. program, for instance, is not only a prestigious program but also one of the most well-funded Creative Writing M.F.A. programs in the country: it  offers full tuition remission and a $27,500 stipend per academic year . It’s no wonder, then, that its acceptance rate is below 2 percent!

What Are the Current Graduate School Acceptance Rates?

For this section, we’ve scoured the internet to bring you a robust assortment of acceptance rates for popular U.S. grad schools.

Before we dive in, note that not all institutions calculate grad school acceptance rates using the same methodologies. Some offer only a single acceptance rate for all of their grad schools put together, while others offer individual rates by school, field, or program.

Now, let’s see how selective these schools really are!

*Statistics for NYU are based on the number of enrolled students and not the number of admitted students. Therefore, expect actual acceptance rates to be slightly higher.

How to Find Graduate School Acceptance Rates: 4 Methods

Unfortunately, grad school admissions statistics tend to be more difficult to find than undergrad acceptance rates.  But there are ways to search for them — you just have to do a lot of digging and possibly a little reaching out.

Below are our top four methods for finding grad school acceptance rates for the programs you’re applying to.

#1: Consult School Websites

By far the most reliable resources for grad school admissions statistics are  school websites.

Start your search by consulting program and departmental pages, particularly admissions and FAQ pages. Look out for any statistics-related keywords or phrases, such as “admission(s) rates,” “acceptance rates,” “enrollment,” “facts and figures,” etc. Use ctrl+F to move swiftly through large chunks of text.

Not all schools publish grad admissions information online, and those that do don’t always report it in the same way as others. For example, Princeton offers a handy PDF  containing acceptance rates for all academic fields of study. On the other hand,  Notre Dame  gives separate admissions charts for each of its grad programs (which you can access by selecting a program and then clicking “Admissions Statistics”).

Additionally, many schools release admissions statistics without explicitly publishing acceptance rates.  In this case, it’s your job to take the statistics provided and use them to calculate an acceptance rate. To find the acceptance rate of a school or program, you’ll need the following information:

• The total number of applicants in a year
• The total number of applicants granted admission  that year

The acceptance rate equals the total number of applicants offered admission divided by the total number of applicants and then multiplied by 100, or:

$$\acceptance \rate = {\number \of \applicants \offered \admission}/{\total \number \of \applicants}100$$

Be sure to  avoid conflating the number of students who were  offered admission   with the number of students who accepted their offers of admission. These two concepts sound alike but are actually different. What you’re looking for is the first statistic — that is, the number of admitted students (regardless of whether they decided to enroll).

If you’re having trouble finding admissions statistics by browsing school websites, search on Google for “[Your School] graduate acceptance rate” and see if any relevant school pages appear. While searching for acceptance rates to use in the table above, I consistently swapped “acceptance rate” with similar phrases, such as “admission(s) rate,” “facts and figures,” “student statistics,” “admittance rates,” and “admission(s) statistics.”

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Don’t be afraid to get creative! You can also use phrases like “Ph.D. admissions statistics” or “master’s admissions statistics” to narrow your search even further. Try to think outside the box as you do your research. What are other ways people talk about acceptance rates?

#2: Check  U.S. News

If your school or program doesn’t offer any admissions statistics on its website, go to  U.S. News . This website offers official rankings of grad programs as well as lists of the most (and least) selective programs in various fields.

For example, I found a 2016 list of the most competitive online M.B.A. programs  and a 2015 list of the most competitive online graduate engineering programs .

If U.S. News doesn’t offer any relevant lists for you to use, try skimming the current grad school rankings to gauge how competitive your program is compared with others in the same field.

#3: Search Other Websites

One less reliable method for looking up grad school admissions statistics is to  look for (unofficial) websites discussing acceptance rates for your school or program.

The Grad Cafe’s  admissions results  section is a solid place to start. Here, applicants post whether they’ve been accepted, rejected, or waitlisted for grad programs.

Search for your program to get a rough feel for how many acceptances and rejections go out each year. You might notice that certain types of applicants are more active than others. Creative Writing M.F.A. applicants, for example, are prolific posters in winter and spring (during admissions season).

Occasionally, Google itself will provide you with grad school acceptance rates, but this only appears to work consistently for well-known law schools, medical schools, and business schools.

Additionally, while using Google, don’t assume that any acceptance rates that pop up are directly connected to your search terms. For example, when I searched “stanford graduate acceptance rate,” Google gave me this result:

This 4.8 percent acceptance rate is  not  the acceptance rate for Stanford’s grad programs (what I searched for) but rather the acceptance rate for undergrads. So always cross-check any statistics Google gives you.

You can also consult grad school data websites such as  Peterson’s and StartClass . Take their grad school acceptance rates with a grain of salt, though — their data isn’t always verifiable online. If possible, try to compare any data you find on these types of websites with the school websites themselves or U.S. News .

#4: Contact Schools

If the internet isn’t giving you the help you need, call or email your schools. Be polite but upfront: ask whether the school calculates acceptance rates for grad programs and where you can find this information online (if available).

If a school refuses to divulge admissions statistics or simply doesn’t report acceptance rates, see if they can give you estimates for how many applications they receive each year, or for how many acceptances they usually extend to applicants in your program.

Graduate School Acceptance: What Are Your Odds?

By this point, you might be wondering how likely it is you’ll actually get into the grad program you wish to attend. After all, acceptance rates are pretty broad — they tell you what everyone’s odds are but not your odds specifically.

Below are three easy steps for determining your odds of getting into grad school, including advice on when it’s better to go for it or choose another program.

Step 1: Check Program Requirements

First, go to your program’s website and pinpoint the admissions requirements page. Now, ask yourself:  do you meet all of the program’s basic requirements? If not, you’ll likely wind up with a rejection (and might not even be able to apply).

However, if you’re still interested in applying, contact the program and ask if they’ll make an exception for you. Your chance of getting accepted is still low, but you’ll at least have your application considered.

If your program strongly recommends qualities you lack, don’t interpret this as an automatic rejection. Sometimes, applicants can make up for deficiencies in other ways. For example, if your undergrad GPA is 3.1 and your program recommends applicants have a minimum 3.2, don’t write off the program — you might still have a shot at getting in as long as the rest of your application is solid.

On the other hand, even if you meet all of a program’s requirements, you’re not necessarily a shoo-in. Remember, all other applicants have met these requirements, too, so you’ll need to find a unique way to make your application stand out.

Step 2: Find Average GRE Scores and GPAs

Your next step is to look up your program’s average GRE scores and GPA  to see how your own scores and GPA compare with those of previously admitted applicants.

You can usually find GRE score information on admissions requirements or FAQ pages. You can also search on Google for “[Your School] [Your Program] average GRE scores.” For step-by-step instructions on how to find average GRE scores, check out  my article on average GRE scores by school .

For GPAs, you can use the same basic methodology. Check admissions requirements and FAQ pages and use ctrl+F to search for “GPA.” If GPA information is available, you’ll most likely come across minimum GPAs or average GPAs (or both). For more tips on how to find GPA information for your grad schools, read our guide .

Now, compare your own GRE scores and GPA with the averages you’ve found. Below are all possible scenarios and what they mean for you and your odds of getting into the program:

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• Your GRE scores and GPA are both  higher than your program’s averages:  Congratulations! You have an excellent chance of getting accepted, especially if the rest of your application is equally impressive. Keep up the great work!
• Your GRE scores and GPA are both  about the same as your program’s averages:  You’re doing pretty well! You are just the type of applicant your program is looking for. The only drawback is that you probably won’t stand out as much from other applicants who have similar GRE scores and GPAs. So take time to make your application sparkle (I’m looking at you, statement of purpose).
• Your GRE scores and GPA are both lower than your program’s averages (or just one of the two is lower):  It ain’t over ’til it’s over! You can still make up for your deficiencies in other ways. While you can’t change your GPA, you can retake the GRE . If your GPA is low, a great strategy for combating this is to discuss it in your statement of purpose, taking care to highlight any external factors that contributed to the low GPA as well as any attributes of yours that prove you’re indeed ready for grad school.

Step 3: Decide Whether to Apply

Now, we get to the final question: do you apply to the program or not?  This is a vague question that’s difficult to answer as is. The real questions you should be asking yourself are as follows:

• Do I meet all of the program’s basic requirements?
• Do I meet most or all of the program’s expectations of applicants (in terms of GRE scores, GPA, etc.)?
• Is the program’s acceptance rate extremely low?
• Do I really like this program?

Although acceptance rates and GRE/GPA comparisons are helpful, don’t base your decision to apply solely on how difficult the program is to get into. We can’t know for sure what kind of applicant a grad program is looking for or who they’re willing to make an exception for.

Take a moment to think deeply about how interested you are in this particular program. Be realistic about your chances of getting in — but don’t cross the line into pessimism. If you don’t meet most or all of a program’s expectations and you’re not super invested in it, consider applying elsewhere.

But if you meet some, most, or all of a program’s expectations and you’re extremely interested in enrolling, give the application a go. Remember, it’s totally normal (and even encouraged) to have a few reach schools. Plus, you’ll never get in if you don’t apply!

Key Takeaways: Graduate School Acceptance Rates

Grad school acceptance rates quantify for us the selectivity of grad schools and programs. More specifically, acceptance rates tell us  what percentage of applicants were offered admission to a particular grad school or program. 

With grad school, acceptance rates are often reported for individual schools or programs,  not  entire universities. Acceptance rates can vary widely depending on program prestige, the type of degree you’re seeking, and how much (or how little) funding a program offers.

Unlike undergrad acceptance rates, grad school acceptance rates are somewhat difficult to locate online. You can look for them using any of the following four methods:

• Peruse school websites
• Check grad school facts and lists on  U.S. News
• Browse other websites and forums such as The Grad Cafe
• Call or email your schools

When trying to determine your  odds of getting into a program, look at your program’s requirements as well as the average GPA and GRE scores of previously admitted applicants to your program. If your GRE scores and GPA are comparable to those of your program, you have a decent shot at getting accepted. If one or both are lower than your program’s averages, however, you can always try to  raise your GRE score  with a retake or address your GPA in your statement of purpose.

At the end of the day, what ultimately matters isn’t that you get accepted to a highly competitive grad program but that you make the right decision for you and you alone!

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Need help with your grad school application?  Learn about the most common grad school requirements  and get tips on how to write a grad school CV or resume !

Is your GPA good enough for grad school ?  Read our in-depth guide to learn how you can make up for a less-than-stellar GPA and ultimately raise your chances of getting into the school of your dreams.

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Early Decision is a binding admission, meaning applicants are obligated to attend and must be 100% sure that UVA is their first choice. However, the upside of this decision is that your admissions chances are higher. The application deadline for Early Decision is November 1st and applicants can expect to be notified by December 15.

Early Action and Regular Decision

Early Action and Regular Decision are both non-binding admissions, meaning applicants are not obligated to enroll if admitted and are able to compare financial aid offers from other colleges before making a final decision. The application deadline for Early Action is November 1 and applicants can expect to be notified by February 15. The application deadline for Regular Decision is January 5 and applicants can expect to be notified by April 1.

Here is a checklist of necessary items in order to apply to the University of Virginia:

• Completion of the Common Application
• Personal Statement consisting of 250 to 650 words on individuality and experiences
• $75 application fee payment or fee waiver documents
• Official Transcripts and Secondary school report
• Teacher evaluation and letter of recommendation from counselor or school administrator
• Standardized test scores (optional)
• Art Supplements and portfolio (optional)

Different programs and colleges may require additional materials, be sure to check these requirements on the University of Virginia’s Deadlines & Instructions page .

The core components of an ideal student academic profile consist of a high GPA, strong standardized test scores, and high-class rank. The University of Virginia also utilizes a holistic approach and considers various other factors such as extracurricular activities and additional information.

While the University of Virginia has no specific GPA requirement, competitive applicants typically have an unweighted GPA of 4.32 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants can increase their GPA and demonstrate academic excellence by taking challenging curricula such as honors, Advanced Placement, dual-enrollment courses, or International Baccalaureate. If your GPA is below the applicant average of 4.32, you have the ability to submit either your SAT or ACT test score to compensate for your GPA and effectively compete with other applicants. 

Standardized test scores

The University of Virginia has an optional standardized test score-sharing policy – meaning the applicant will not be at a disadvantage on the basis of whether or not test scores are shared and the institution will consider the application with respect. These tests include SAT , ACT , AP , or IB and this policy has been extended for admission for Fall 2024 and Fall 2025. There is also no minimum score requirement or preference between the SAT and ACT, though, it’s a great idea to share if possible as the majority of UVA applicants submit scores regardless and it will be one less aspect to display merit. 

A UVA applicant generally has an SAT score composite of 1445 on the 1600 SAT Scale. The math section average is 735 while the reading & writing section average is 716. An SAT score at or above 1510 places you in the 75th percentile (above average) while a score of 1400 or below places you in the 25th percentile (below average). The University of Virginia will also super-score your SAT results by considering the highest scores from each section across all test attempts. 

The average UVA ACT score is 33 on a 36 ACT Scale. An ACT score of 32 or below places you in the 25th percentile (below average) and a score of 35 or above places you in the 75th percentile (above average). 

If you believe your test scores are a great representation of yourself and your success as a student, please share your scores as it will increase your chances of admission and keep you competitive in a pool of applicants. 

High School Class Rank

The University of Virginia does not have specific requirements for class rank, though the majority of applicants had a high class rank which displays a strong academic performance and provides a better chance of admission. 

Here is a class rank breakdown for the 2023 school year:

• 85% of undergraduate admitted students graduated in the top 10% of their class
• 95% of undergraduate admitted students graduated in the top 20% of their class

As you can see, the University of Virginia had a considerable amount of undergraduate admission with missing or unranked class rank data meaning UVA takes their holistic approach very seriously and earnestly takes other areas into account regardless of class rank.

Applicant qualities and characteristics

The University of Virginia seeks applicants who demonstrate multiple traits such as academic excellence, leadership potential, personal qualities, and intellectual curiosity that align with the university’s mission and values. This includes students who have challenged themselves with rigorous curriculum and coursework, students who have made a positive impact and held leadership positions in school organizations or clubs, and students who are passionate about learning. 

The University of Virginia reviews applications with a holistic approach while also considering and evaluating other factors such as:

• State residency
• Academic performance
• Test scores
• Personal character
• Letters of recommendation

UVA divides applicants into separate groups based on regions. These groups consist of Virginians, Non-Virginians, and International applicants. Group separation allows these applicants to not directly compete against each other but instead compete with those within their respective group and the same procedure applies to those that apply to different UVA schools. State residency group separation is done in order to ensure a balance of Virginia and non-Virginian enrollments.

Here are five important things to do if you want the highest chance of admission to UVA: 

• Maintain a Strong GPA and Complete Challenging Curriculum

The majority of admitted students had a GPA of 4.0 and above. Taking on and challenging yourself with rigorous curriculum such as honors and AP courses can boost your GPA.

UVA also recognizes dual enrollment, meaning students aren’t just limited to honors and AP coursework. Completion of dual enrollment strengthens your GPA and provides transferable college credit, allowing admitted students to get a head start on their college journey. These factors display academic excellence which is exactly what UVA wants to see in students, a passion for learning. 

• Score High on the SAT/ACT

Although test score reporting is optional, it’s a perfect opportunity to present your academic performance. A large number of admitted students had scores of 1445 out of 1600 on the SAT and 33 out of 36 on the ACT. You can take the SAT as many times as you’d like until you are satisfied. UVA will super-score your SAT results and consider the best score of each section on all attempts. You can start preparing for these tests as early as possible by taking practice tests and studying content areas. Remember, UVA will still consider your application should you not report standardized test scores, though if applicable, reporting test scores can ensure you maintain a competitive edge among other applicants.

• Engage in Extracurricular Activities

Participating and engaging in extracurricular activities is an excellent demonstration of interests and goals. but consistency and commitment should be the key aspects and goals when engaging in extracurriculars. UVA wants to see future students prioritize quality and stay committed to a select few extracurriculars rather than an excessive amount. 

• Write Compelling Essays

Essays are a pivotal aspect of your application, so it’s important to familiarize yourself with the questions and begin preparing as early as possible. You can select one of the five available prompts to write and there is also an additional prompt that is specific to the undergraduate program you apply to. 

These essays are used to express your personal narrative and character. It’s important to avoid repetitiveness with information provided elsewhere in your application and discuss your personality, core values, interests, and goals. 

• Provide Strong Letters of Recommendation

Given the significance UVA places on letters of recommendation, it’s important to obtain at least two. One of these letters must be written by a school counselor or school administrator, and the second must be written by an academic subject teacher. These letters should provide UVA with a holistic view of your character as well as offer insights into your identity beyond academic achievements. 

And there you have it: with hard work on your transcript (grades), test scores, and extracurriculars, you too can get into the University of Virginia! UVA is a very good school and thus a challenging school to get into, but it is not impossible. Take a look at the numbers we shared above and see how you stack up, and where you’d need to improve. With enough lead time, smart decisions, and hard work, you can become a Cavalier.

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The MATH 1210, 1220 sequence is unacceptable as a prerequisite for mathematics courses numbered 2310 and above.

Requirements for the Major

The discipline of mathematics is present in almost every facet of our lives and in many careers. It is basic to the fields of medical imaging, sports and business data analytics, digital communication, internet search, weather prediction, finance, and actuarial work, just to name a few. Studying mathematics helps develop logical thinking, which is an essential skill for many jobs including those not directly related to mathematics. In addition, the mathematics department hopes to give the mathematics major a feel for the elegance of the subject and the excitement in learning and proving beautiful theorems.

The mathematics major at UVA gives students a solid foundation in the core topics of modern mathematics, while at the same time offering a great deal of flexibility to tailor a program to their interests. To this end, the mathematics department offers five concentrations: The general concentration, the graduate preparatory concentration, the probability/statistics concentration, the financial mathematics concentration, and the five-year teacher education program. Completion of one of these concentrations is required. All concentrations share a core set of essential courses and a goal of developing students’ ability to reason precisely and abstractly.

Normally, the calculus sequence MATH 1310   , 1320   , and 2310    or its equivalent must be completed before a student can declare a major in mathematics. At least a 2.200 average in the calculus sequence and a minimum grade of C in MATH 2310    or its equivalent are required. However, the department may grant special permission to declare a major to a student who has only completed MATH 1310 and 1320, and at least one mathematics course (other than MATH 2310 or its equivalent) which could be counted toward the major in mathematics, provided the student completes MATH 2310 or its equivalent in the semester following the declaration of a mathematics major. MATH 2315    is an honors version of MATH 2310, which can be followed up with MATH 3315 (see below).

Once the calculus sequence is completed, the student proceeds to the foundational material of modern mathematics. This consists of two courses in analysis (MATH 3250 and MATH 3310), and two courses in algebra ( MATH 3351    and MATH 3354   ). More advanced versions of these courses may be substituted. MATH 3310 and MATH 3354 are proof based courses which often represent a new level of abstraction compared to what students were previously exposed to. Students who need a more detailed introduction to proof writing should take MATH 3000 (Transition to Higher Mathematics) before or concurrently with MATH 3310 and/or MATH 3354.

Afterward, the student proceeds to more advanced electives, depending on the choice of concentration. All in all, each concentration contains a set of nine required mathematics courses all at the 3000+ level (approximately 28 credits). To graduate, a student must obtain minimum grades of C in seven of these courses and C- in the other two. Up to two courses that are being counted for another College major can also be counted for the major in mathematics. Three courses may be allowed if the other major is interdisciplinary.

Computer usage is ubiquitous in all fields where mathematics is applied, and increasingly in pure mathematics as well. Thus, to graduate with a major in mathematics the student must show computer proficiency by completing CS 1110   , CS 1111   , CS 1112   , CS 1113   , CS 1120   , or PHYS 2660   , or an approved equivalent course with a grade of C- or higher. This should be done as early as possible.

For students at UVA from the start, up to two courses that are taken from outside the University and which are equivalent to College mathematics courses may be offered for the College mathematics major. For transfer students, the allowed number of transferred mathematics courses toward mathematics majors is decided case-by-case by the Director of Undergraduate Programs with advice from the transfer credit advisor.

Certain substitutions are allowed in all options, for example, MATH 4310    for MATH 3310   , MATH 4651    for MATH 3351   , MATH 4652    for MATH 3354   , and PHYS 5630 for MATH 4300   .

The Math Major who has taken MATH 2315    and MATH 3315    and achieved B- or better in both is not required to take MATH 3351    or MATH 3250    as is required in most concentrations. MATH 3315 then counts as an elective but the total number of required courses is the same as in the concentration for which they are registered (General, Financial Math, etc.). MATH 2315 is a substitute for MATH 2310 as a requirement for declaring a major. We encourage the student who completes MATH 2315 and 3315 to take more advanced courses in Linear Algebra and Differential Equations, in particular MATH 4651    instead of MATH 3351 and MATH 4250    instead of MATH 3250. At most three APMA courses can be offered for the math major. Exceptions may be granted upon request by the Director of Undergraduate Programs.

A. The General Concentration

Students fulfilling the requirements for this option have a wide range of career opportunities, from law to business to any field that requires deductive, logical reasoning skills.

This traditional program for the mathematics major provides an overview of key areas:

• MATH 3250 - Ordinary Differential Equations Credits: 4    
• MATH 3310 - Basic Real Analysis Credits: 4    
• MATH 3351 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credits: 3    
• MATH 3354 - Survey of Algebra Credits: 3    

Five mathematics courses of 3 or more credits at the 3000 level or higher. Approved courses without a MATH prefix include those listed below in the Substitutions section or courses which are listed as requirements or electives for one of the other concentrations. However, the Economics and Commerce courses listed under the Financial Mathematics Concentration are not included as allowed electives in the General Concentration. At least two electives must be MATH courses.

B. The Graduate Preparatory Concentration

This concentration is for the student who plans to attend graduate school in mathematics or an allied field. The program emphasizes the fundamental ideas of mathematics with substantial work in proving and understanding the basic theorems. It consists of:

• MATH 3340 - Complex Variables with Applications Credits: 3    
• MATH 4310 - Introduction to Real Analysis Credits: 3    
• MATH 4651 - Advanced Linear Algebra Credits: 3    
• MATH 4652 - Introduction to Abstract Algebra Credits: 3    

Four mathematics courses of 3 or more credits at the 3000 level or higher. Courses without a MATH prefix, and not listed below as an approved substitution or elective, are generally not allowed. At least two electives must be MATH courses.

(Students may wish to take MATH 3310    in preparation for MATH 4310   , MATH 3351    in preparation for MATH 4651   , and MATH 3354    in preparation for MATH 4652   .)

This constitutes the minimum expected of an incoming graduate student in most programs nationwide. The department strongly recommends MATH 4330 (Advanced Multivariate Calculus), as well as courses in differential geometry (MATH 4720) or topology (MATH 4770) or both. The department may recommend access to its 7000-level graduate courses for undergraduates with particularly strong capabilities.

C. The Probability and Statistics Concentration

This concentration is designed to give the student a good theoretical underpinning in probability and statistics, as well as the opportunity to go deeper in these fields. The program can lead to a Master of Science in Statistics with one additional year of course work, if additional courses in statistics are taken in the fourth year. (Those interested in the M.S. in Statistics should contact the graduate advisor in the Department of Statistics prior to the beginning of their fourth year.) The requirements for the concentration are the following:

• MATH 3100 - Introduction to Probability Credits: 3
• STAT 3120 - Introduction to Mathematical Statistics Credits: 3
• MATH 3250 - Ordinary Differential Equations Credits: 4
• MATH 3310 - Basic Real Analysis Credits: 4
• MATH 3351 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credits: 3
• MATH 3354 - Survey of Algebra Credits: 3
• MATH 4110 - Introduction to Stochastic Processes Credits: 3

Two additional courses chosen from:

• MATH 4040 - Discrete Mathematics Credits: 3    
• MATH 4140 - Mathematics of Derivative Securities Credits: 3    
• MATH 4300 - Elementary Numerical Analysis Credits: 3    
• STAT 3130 - Design and Analysis of Sample Surveys Credits: 3    or STAT 5180
• STAT 5120 - Applied Linear Models Credits: 3
• STAT 5170 - Applied Time Series Credits: 3

D. The Financial Mathematics Concentration

This program provides the student with a broad background of basic mathematics, which is essential for an understanding of the mathematical models used in the financial markets. The mathematics of modern finance includes probability, statistics, regression, time series, partial differential equations, stochastic processes, stochastic calculus, numerical methods, and analysis. The program consists of:

• MATH 4140 - Mathematics of Derivative Securities Credits: 3
• MATH 4040 - Discrete Mathematics Credits: 3
• MATH 4220 - Partial Differential Equations and Applied Mathematics Credits: 3  / APMA 3140 - Applied Partial Differential Equations Credits: 3    
• MATH 4300 - Elementary Numerical Analysis Credits: 3 or APMA 5070 - Numerical Methods Credits: 3
• SYS 3021 - Deterministic Decision Models Credits: 3
• SYS 3060 - Stochastic Decision Models Credits: 3

In addition to the nine required MATH courses, choose two from:

(completing all four courses is recommended)

• COMM 2010 - Introduction to Financial Accounting Credits: 3
• COMM 2020 - Introduction to Management Accounting Credits: 3
• ECON 2010 - Principles of Economics: Microeconomics Credits: 3
• ECON 2020 - Principles of Economics: Macroeconomics Credits: 3

E. The Teacher Education Program

This option leads to the Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and covers all the requirements for admission to the 12-month Master of Arts in Teaching program in the Curry School of Education at UVA.

The following are the required mathematics courses for this program.

• Math 5010 or MATH 5030 - The History of Mathematics Credits: 3
• MATH 5700 - Introduction to Geometry Credits: 3

The Distinguished Majors Program in Mathematics

The Distinguished Major Program (DMP) is a special option within the Math major that provides advanced training in mathematics by combining extensive course work (at the level of the Graduate Preparatory Concentration and beyond) with active involvement in various aspects of mathematical research. Successful completion of the DMP is required to receive high or highest honors. The centerpiece of the program that sets it apart from any concentration of the Math major is the requirement/opportunity for a participating student to work on the Distinguished Major Thesis under the supervision of a faculty member (typically) in the 4th year of his or her undergraduate studies and then present the findings in a public defense of this work.

Students interested in the DMP should first declare a Math major, choose a concentration, and have a plan to fulfill all the requirements of this concentration (see additional course requirements below). Students apply for admission to the DMP no later than in the spring semester of their third year, and should have completed at least two of the required courses below by the time of application. Criteria for acceptance into the program include letters of recommendation from mathematics instructors, the GPA in mathematics, and the cumulative College GPA. Because of the importance of the research component in the program, the individual programs of studies of the students interested in the DMP should include the completion of MATH 4840 - Introduction to Mathematical Research    at an early stage - typically, by the time of application and certainly no later then the fall semester of the fourth year.

A complete application will include a letter of application addressed to the DUP (Director of Undergraduate Programs), a copy of the transcript, and two letters of recommendation. One of these letters should be from the prospective thesis advisor confirming his or her readiness to supervise the project and outlining the general topic of the thesis. While the applicant could request one more letter of recommendation from a UVA Math faculty member, another possibility might be, for example, the supervisor of an REU project (Research Experiences for Undergraduates) carried out at a different institution.  A letter from a MATH 4840 instructor (if this course either has already been completed or is being taken by the student at the time of application) can also be helpful in the decision-making process (in addition to or as one of the two letters required for application). The decision on admission to the DMP is made by the DUP in consultation with the prospective thesis advisor.

Students are expected to complete the following courses with a GPA of at least 3.4 and a minimum grade of B- in each course:

• MATH 3340 - Complex Variables with Applications    
• MATH 4310 - Introduction to Real Analysis    
• MATH 4651 - Advanced Linear Algebra    
• MATH 4652 - Introduction to Abstract Algebra    
• MATH 4770 - General Topology    
• MATH 4330 - Calculus on Manifolds   , or MATH 4720 - Introduction to Differential Geometry    

In addition, students must complete at least two Math electives at the 4000 level and above. Furthermore, MATH 4840 - Introduction to Mathematical Research   , MATH 4900 - Distinguished Major Thesis   , and MATH 4901 - Distinguished Major Thesis    (see below) are required. Certain substitutions such as graduate level versions of the courses listed above are possible at the discretion of the DUP.

All these courses assume the ability to understand and write proofs. So students potentially interested in the DMP but having insufficient prior exposure to proof-based mathematical instruction should discuss their situation with the DUP in order to determine the best way of acquiring the necessary skills before taking the courses required for the DMP. (This can be accomplished, for example, by taking the Advanced Calculus sequence, MATH 2315-3315 and/or some of the following courses: MATH 3000, MATH 3310 and MATH 3354, but there are other possibilities.)

Distinguished Major Thesis is an original treatise containing an exposition of results in advanced mathematics. It is written by a student under the supervision of a faculty advisor who guides the student through all stages of the process, from formulating the topic and determining the scope of the project to putting the finishing touches on the final product and presenting it at the public defense. For bookkeeping purposes, all these activities will be framed as taking MATH 4900    and MATH 4901    in the fall and spring of the 4th year; each semester will carry 3 credits. In preparation for the work on the thesis, students are expected to acquire some initial skills of mathematical research by taking MATH 4840    , which is the reason why students interested in the DMP should consider enrolling in this class early on.

The work on the thesis is a multi-stage process, which should begin no later than the end of the third year, soon after the application for the DMP has been approved. At the initial stage the faculty advisor discusses with the student the general topic of the project, determines its parameters and recommends the materials for the student to work with over the summer to get introduced to the chosen area. The precise topic of the thesis can be formulated in the beginning of the fourth year based on the student’s report on the work done in the summer. Depending on the availability of funds, the department will try to help DMP students stay in residence at UVA for several weeks during the summer to facilitate an early start on the work on the thesis through frequent consultations with the advisor. As the project takes shape, the department may also help the DMP students to travel to suitable venues to present the results of their work if recommended by the faculty advisor.

The almost year-long process of preparation of a good quality thesis culminates in a public defense of the work. The defense includes a presentation of the main findings in front of an audience consisting of undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and guests, open discussion of the results in a Q&A format, and a closed to the public examination with the defense committee (thesis advisor and two more faculty members). This grade (in conjunction with the GPA in the required Math classes) will be a major factor in deciding on the nomination of the student for high/highest distincton.

While the Distinguished Major Thesis is a significant investment of time and effort, it has several important benefits for a student in addition to qualifying him or her for high or highest honors. First and foremost, it creates a unique opportunity for a student to work one-on-one with a faculty advisor for a period of about one calendar year on a topic in advanced mathematics of mutual interest. This work will help to develop the student’s analytical, research and expository skills, and can be expected to boost his or her application for graduate admission as well as for jobs in industry. It can also be a basis for the student’s presentations at various venues and can sometimes lead to publications.

Requirements for Minor in Mathematics

Students who wish to declare a minor in mathematics must complete the calculus sequence through MATH 2310    or its equivalent with at least a 2.000 average.

To graduate with a minor in mathematics a student must complete five courses approved by the department of mathematics with minimum grades of C in three of the courses and minimum grades of C- in the other two. An approved course must carry at least three credits. Currently, the approved courses are those from the College department of mathematics with the MATH mnemonic numbered 3000 or higher. Either MATH 3310    or MATH 3354    should be one of the five approved courses. Courses with the APMA and STAT mnemonics, as well as courses from other departments or institutions can be taken if approved by the undergraduate committee.

College policy for Minors include (1) Credits applied toward a minor may not also count toward completion of a major, unless both of the programs are interdisciplinary, and (2) Students may not declare two minors.

Up to two courses that are taken from outside the University and which are equivalent to College mathematics courses may be offered for the College mathematics minor. 

SEAS Students

Students in SEAS who wish to earn a bachelor’s degree in mathematics must complete:

• All courses required for a major in mathematics, in a chosen concentration, as listed in the undergraduate record and including minimum grade requirements.
• At least 7 MATH courses of 3 or more credits (6 courses for Systems Engineering studentsor Computer Science students) numbered 3000 or above, or approved electives from other departments, that are NOT listed as required courses by their SEAS specialization.

Echols Mathematics Club

Echols Mathematics Club is an undergraduate club for mathematics students that sponsors lectures, mathematics films, problem solving sessions for the Putnam Mathematical Competition and other similar activities.

Additional Information

You can also find more information on the department web site: http://www.math.virginia.edu/ .

Course Information

Elementary courses in mathematics.

The entering College student has a variety of courses in mathematics from which to choose. Among those that may be counted toward the College area requirement in natural science and mathematics, are several options in calculus, elementary (non-calculus based) courses in probability and in statistics, and courses dealing with computer techniques in mathematics. Pre-commerce students are required to take a statistics course and one other mathematics course, usually MATH 1110   , 1210   , 1220   , or 1310   .

MATH 1030    (precalculus) is available for students who need to improve basic skills that are required in other courses such as calculus, chemistry, psychology, economics, and statistics. However, it may not be counted toward the area requirement in natural science and mathematics. Students planning to major in the social sciences, arts, or humanities who wish to take a mathematics course but omit the study of calculus may choose from MATH 1110    (Elementary Probability Theory) and MATH 1140    (Financial Mathematics). Even though it is not a prerequisite, MATH 1110    is frequently taken prior to Introductory Statistics. MATH 1150    and 1160    are introductory courses that investigate familiar areas of elementary mathematics at a deeper level and are intended for first- and second-year non-majors, especially those preparing to teach in elementary and middle schools.

In MATH 1140    the students learn the mathematics needed to understand and answer a variety of questions that arise in everyday financial dealings. The emphasis in this course will be on applications, including simple and compound interest, valuation of bonds, rates of return on investments, and more. Although the topics in this course are drawn primarily from business and economics, students of all majors are welcome and should find the applications interesting and relevant.

Calculus Sequence

The study of calculus is the foundation of college mathematics for students planning to major in mathematics or the physical sciences or anticipating a career or graduate study in any of the natural sciences, engineering, or applied social sciences (such as economics). There are three programs of study available in calculus:

• MATH 1210   , 1220    is a terminal one-year sequence intended for business, biology, and social science majors;
• MATH 1310   , 1320   , 2310    is the traditional calculus sequence intended for students of mathematics and the natural sciences, as well as for students intending to pursue graduate work in the applied social sciences; 
• MATH 2315    is the honors calculus program for advanced students, and it is usually offered in the Fall semester

The MATH 1210, 1220 sequence is unacceptable as a prerequisite for mathematics courses numbered 2310 and above. Students anticipating the need for higher mathematics courses such as MATH 3250    (Differential Equations), MATH 3100    (Probability) or STAT 3120    (Statistics) should instead elect the MATH 1310   , 1320   , 2310    sequence. Credit is not allowed for both MATH 1210    and 1310    (or its equivalent). MATH 2310    is the prerequisite for many advanced mathematics courses.

Students who need a remedial review of algebra and trigonometry may elect MATH 1190    Applied Calculus I with Algebra which is a 4-credit hour course and includes a review of algebra and trigonometry. Credit is not allowed for both MATH 1190    and 1210    (or its equivalent).

Advanced Placement

Students who have previously passed a calculus course in high school may elect MATH 1220   , 1310   , 1320   , or 2310    as their first course, depending on placement, preparation, and interest. A strong high school calculus course is generally adequate preparation for MATH 1320    as a first calculus course, even if advanced placement credit has not been awarded for MATH 1310   . Students planning to take any advanced course in mathematics should not take MATH 1220   , because credit for that course must be forfeited if the student takes MATH 1320    (or its equivalent). Well-prepared students (who place out of both MATH 1310    and 1320   ) may choose either MATH 2310    or 3250    (Differential Equations) as their first course. First and second year students have the option of taking MATH 3000    Transition to Higher Mathematics, which is offered in the Spring semester. MATH 3000    is designed for students who wish some preparation before taking MATH 3310    Basic Real Analysis and/or MATH 3354    Survey of Algebra. Students with a grade of B or better in MATH 3310   , 3354   , or any 5000-level Math course are not eligible to enroll in MATH 3000    .

Advanced first year students are encouraged to consider the honors section of Multivariate Calculus MATH 2315 - Advanced Calculus and Linear Algebra I    which is usually offered in the Fall semester.

Advanced placement credit in the calculus sequence is granted on the basis of the College Entrance Examination Board Advanced Placement Test (either AB or BC). A score of 4 or 5 on the AB test or on the AB subscore of the BC test gives the student credit for MATH 1310   . A score of 4 or 5 on the BC test gives the student credit for both MATH 1310    and 1320   .

Substitutions

There are numerous instances of equivalent courses offered by the Department of Mathematics as well as by the Department of Applied Mathematics in the School of Engineering and Applied Science. A student may not offer for degree credit two equivalent courses (e.g., MATH 1310 and APMA 1090, or MATH 1210 and MATH 1310). The following are equivalent courses from the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences:

• APMA 1090    and MATH 1310 - Calculus I Credits: 4    
• APMA 1110    and MATH 1320 - Calculus II Credits: 4    
• APMA 2120    and MATH 2310 - Calculus III Credits: 4    
• APMA 2130    and MATH 3250 - Ordinary Differential Equations Credits: 4    
• APMA 3080    and MATH 3351 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credits: 3    
• APMA 3100    and MATH 3100 - Introduction to Probability Credits: 3    
• APMA 3120    and STAT 3120 - Introduction to Mathematical Statistics Credits: 3    
• APMA 3140    and MATH 4220 - Partial Differential Equations and Applied Mathematics Credits: 3    
• APMA 3340    and MATH 3340 - Complex Variables with Applications Credits: 3    
• APMA 5070 and MATH 4300 - Elementary Numerical Analysis Credits: 3    

As noted above, certain substitutions are allowed for all options:

• MATH 2315 - Advanced Calculus and Linear Algebra I Credits: 4    for MATH 2310 - Calculus III Credits: 4    
• MATH 4310 - Introduction to Real Analysis Credits: 3    for MATH 3310 - Basic Real Analysis Credits: 4    
• MATH 4651 - Advanced Linear Algebra Credits: 3    for MATH 3351 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credits: 3    
• MATH 4652 - Introduction to Abstract Algebra Credits: 3    for MATH 3354 - Survey of Algebra Credits: 3    
• PHYS 5630 - Computational Physics I Credits: 3 or APMA 5070 - Numerical Methods Credits: 3 for MATH 4300 - Elementary Numerical Analysis Credits: 3    

Standard Allowed Electives 

• CS 3102 - Theory of Computation Credits: 3    
• CS 4102 - Algorithms Credits: 3    
• ECON 4010 - Game Theory Credits: 3    
• PHIL 5420 - Advanced Logic Credits: 3
• PHIL 5470 - Philosophy of Mathematics Credits:3
• STAT 3120 - Introduction to Mathematical Statistics Credits: 3    
• STAT 5265 Investment Science I Credit: 3
• SYS 3060 - Stochastic Decision Models Credits: 3    
• SYS 3021 - Deterministic Decision Models Credits: 3    

Course Descriptions

• MATH 1110 - Probability/Finite Mathematics Credits: 3
• MATH 1140 - Financial Mathematics Credits: 3
• MATH 1150 - The Shape of Space Credits: 3
• MATH 1160 - Algebra, Number Systems, and Number Theory Credits: 3
• MATH 1190 - A Survey of Calculus I with Algebra Credits: 4
• MATH 1210 - A survey of Calculus I Credits: 3
• MATH 1220 - A Survey of Calculus II Credits: 3
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Hey guys! I'm really interested in applying to the University of Virginia, can anyone here provide me with the latest acceptance rate for UVA? What factors do they consider most important during admissions?

Hello! According to the latest data, the University of Virginia (UVA) has an acceptance rate of around 18.5% for the Class of 2027. However, keep in mind that acceptance rates can vary from year to year, so it's always useful to check the most current information available.

During the admissions process, UVA, like most other selective universities, considers a combination of factors in what is known as a holistic review. Some of the most important factors include:

1. Academic performance: Your GPA, course rigor, and class rank are important indicators of your academic abilities. UVA likes to see that you've challenged yourself with AP or IB classes and have maintained strong grades throughout your high school career.

2. Standardized test scores (optional): UVA has adopted a test-optional policy, meaning you can choose whether to submit your SAT or ACT scores or not. If you do submit scores, they will be considered alongside your other academic credentials. However, if you don't submit scores or have lower scores, you won't be penalized in the admissions process.

3. Extracurricular activities: UVA values well-rounded students who participate in meaningful activities outside of the classroom. They are looking for involvement, leadership, and commitment to your passions.

4. Essays: The essays you submit as part of your application should help the admissions committee learn more about you, your values, and your goals. Make sure your essays are well-written, authentic, and showcase your unique perspective.

5. Letters of recommendation: UVA requires one counselor recommendation and one teacher recommendation. These letters should highlight your strengths and potential to excel both academically and personally.

6. Demonstrated interest: Although not a primary factor, showing strong interest in UVA by attending events, visiting campus, or reaching out to admissions officers could potentially help your application.

Keep in mind that the admissions process is highly competitive, and meeting the academic qualifications doesn't guarantee acceptance. It's essential to present a well-rounded application that demonstrates your strengths, interests, and potential to contribute to the UVA community. Good luck with your application!

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Demystifying The Uva Computer Science Acceptance Rate

As one of the top public universities in the country, the University of Virginia is a dream school for many prospective students. But when it comes to competitive majors like computer science, you may wonder about your chances of getting in.

If you’re looking for a quick answer, UVA’s overall acceptance rate hovers around 24%, but the computer science acceptance rate is estimated to be 5-10% .

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about getting into the UVA computer science program, from admission requirements and statistics to tips for strengthening your application.

UVA Computer Science Program Overview

Rankings and reputation.

The University of Virginia’s computer science program is considered one of the best in the nation. UVA CS is ranked 10th overall for computer science schools by US News & World Report in 2022. The department has a stellar academic reputation, known for its rigorous curriculum, accomplished faculty, and outstanding research facilities.

UVA CS graduates are highly sought after by top tech companies like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft.

Curriculum and focus areas

The UVA CS curriculum provides students with a solid theoretical foundation as well as practical experience. Core courses cover fundamentals like data structures, algorithms, programming languages, operating systems, and computer architecture.

Students can specialize in areas like artificial intelligence, computer vision, natural language processing, cybersecurity, and more. There are also opportunities for interdisciplinary study through concentrations in fields like business, economics, science, and digital humanities.

Facilities and research centers

UVA has excellent facilities and research centers that provide students with hands-on learning experiences. The Link Lab focuses on cyber-physical systems research, including robotics, drones, and self-driving cars.

The Data Science Institute connects students across disciplines to work on data science projects. Other labs specialize in graphics, networking, security, HCI, and more. UVA CS also has partnerships with technology leaders like Amazon Alexa to collaborate on emerging research areas.

Notable alumni

Many outstanding leaders in technology attended UVA CS for their undergraduate or graduate studies. Notable alumni include Reddit co-founder Steve Huffman , computer graphics pioneer Jim Clark , Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale , and Opower founder Alex Laskey .

UVA CS graduates have gone on to become executives at major tech firms, founders of successful startups, top researchers, and more. The program’s alumni network is a huge asset that provides mentoring, internships, and job opportunities to current students.

UVA Computer Science Admissions

Acceptance rate data.

Getting into the University of Virginia (UVA) for computer science is a highly competitive process. The acceptance rate for the computer science program at UVA is typically low, reflecting the strong pool of applicants and limited number of available spots.

However, it’s important to note that acceptance rates can vary from year to year. As of the latest available data, the acceptance rate for UVA’s computer science program is approximately X%. This means that out of every 100 applicants, only X are accepted.

For the most up-to-date and accurate acceptance rate information, it is recommended to visit the UVA computer science department’s official website.

Average GPA and test scores

UVA’s computer science program is known for its rigorous academic standards. In addition to a strong overall academic record, including a competitive GPA, applicants are also expected to have excellent standardized test scores, such as the SAT or ACT.

While there is no set minimum GPA or test score requirement, successful applicants typically have GPAs above X and SAT/ACT scores in the Xth percentile.

Required application materials

When applying to UVA’s computer science program, prospective students must submit a comprehensive application package. This typically includes:

• Completed online application form
• Transcripts from all high schools attended
• SAT or ACT scores
• Letters of recommendation
• Personal statement or essay
• Resume or list of extracurricular activities and achievements

It’s important to carefully review the application requirements and deadlines provided on the UVA computer science department’s official website to ensure that all necessary materials are submitted on time.

How admissions decisions are made

The admissions process for UVA’s computer science program is holistic, taking into consideration various factors beyond just academic achievements. Admissions officers carefully review each applicant’s academic record, test scores, personal statement, letters of recommendation, and extracurricular involvement to gain a comprehensive understanding of the applicant’s potential and fit for the program.

It’s worth noting that UVA’s computer science program receives a large number of highly qualified applicants, making the selection process highly competitive. Therefore, it’s important for applicants to put their best foot forward and showcase their unique skills, experiences, and passion for computer science in their application materials.

For more detailed information on the admissions process and criteria, it’s recommended to visit the UVA computer science department’s official website.

Standing Out as an Applicant

Applying to a competitive computer science program like UVA can be a daunting task, but there are several ways to make your application stand out from the rest. Here are some tips to help you shine as an applicant:

Academic preparation tips

First and foremost, it’s essential to have a strong academic background. UVA looks for applicants who have excelled in math and science courses, so be sure to take challenging classes in these subjects.

Additionally, maintaining a high GPA and performing well on standardized tests like the SAT or ACT will greatly enhance your chances of getting accepted.

Extracurriculars to pursue

While academics are important, UVA also values well-rounded individuals. Engaging in extracurricular activities related to computer science, such as coding clubs, hackathons, or internships, can demonstrate your passion and commitment to the field.

Additionally, participating in leadership roles or community service projects can showcase your ability to work in teams and make a positive impact outside of the classroom.

Strong letters of recommendation

Having strong letters of recommendation can greatly enhance your application. Try to build relationships with your teachers or mentors who can speak to your academic abilities, work ethic, and personal qualities.

Ask for letters from individuals who can provide specific examples of your strengths and potential as a computer science student.

Writing a compelling personal statement

Your personal statement is your opportunity to showcase your unique story and why you are interested in pursuing computer science at UVA. Be sure to highlight your experiences, motivations, and future goals in a compelling and authentic way.

Show the admission committee why you are a perfect fit for the program and how you can contribute to the UVA community.

Remember, standing out as an applicant is about more than just one aspect of your application. It’s a combination of academic excellence, extracurricular involvement, strong recommendations, and a compelling personal statement that will make you a strong candidate for UVA’s computer science program.

Alternatives to UVA Computer Science

While the University of Virginia (UVA) is known for its prestigious computer science program, there are several alternative options for students who may be considering other schools. These alternatives can provide excellent education and opportunities for students interested in pursuing a degree in computer science.

In-state options

For students looking to stay in-state, there are several universities in Virginia that offer strong computer science programs. One such option is Virginia Tech, which is consistently ranked among the top computer science programs in the country.

Virginia Tech offers a diverse range of courses and research opportunities, and its graduates have gone on to work at top tech companies like Google and Microsoft.

Another in-state option is George Mason University, which has a strong computer science program that focuses on innovation and practical application. The university has partnerships with local tech companies, providing students with valuable internship and job placement opportunities.

Similar top programs across the U.S.

Outside of Virginia, there are many other top-ranked computer science programs that can be considered as alternatives to UVA. One such program is the computer science department at Carnegie Mellon University. This program is highly regarded for its rigorous curriculum and research opportunities.

Graduates from Carnegie Mellon often find themselves in high-demand, well-paying jobs in the tech industry.

Another top program is the computer science department at Stanford University. Stanford is known for its cutting-edge research and its close ties to Silicon Valley. The program offers a wide range of courses and research opportunities, and its graduates are highly sought after by tech companies and startups.

Comparing programs: academics, culture, costs

When considering alternatives to UVA, it’s important to compare various aspects of the programs, including academics, culture, and costs. One way to do this is by researching and visiting the universities’ websites to gather information on the curriculum, faculty, and research opportunities.

Another important factor to consider is the culture of the program and the university as a whole. This can be assessed by talking to current students or alumni, or by visiting the campus if possible. Each university has its own unique culture and atmosphere, so it’s important to find a program that aligns with your personal preferences and goals.

Finally, cost is a significant consideration for many students. Tuition and fees can vary widely between universities, so it’s important to carefully consider the financial aspects of each program. Additionally, students may want to explore scholarship and financial aid opportunities that are available at each university.

While gaining admission to UVA computer science is highly competitive, understanding the holistic review process and building a well-rounded application can help better your chances. Even if UVA doesn’t work out, many outstanding computer science programs across the country can launch you on a rewarding tech career.

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2022 was a great year for applicants to the leading full-time MBA programs in the United States.

2023 brought applicants plenty of good news, too.

Acceptance rates at the top B-schools climbed for a second straight year in 2023, rising at more than half of the top 50 MBA programs, including seven of the top 10 in Poets&Quants ’ annual ranking and 18 of the top 25. Five of the elite M7 B-schools saw their acceptance rates climb year over year.

The loosening of schools’ selectivity stems directly from a long-term fragility in interest: MBA applications fell for a second straight year at many schools — including all but two of the 17 top-ranked programs — and are down significantly over the last three years at many top B-schools. Yield, the percentage of admits who actually enroll, fell at a wide majority of schools in P&Q ‘s ranking, including seven of the top 10 schools and 20 of the top 25 — giving B-schools even more incentive to be generous in their admissions.

And B-schools have been generous, with many growing their enrollment: Thirty-five of 53 top schools increased their number of admits from 2022 to 2023, some by more than 100 seats, and about half the top 50 B-schools increased their MBA class sizes. The result: For many MBA candidates, it became easier in 2023 to get into the program of their choice.

ACCEPTANCE RATES & MORE AT THE P&Q TOP 10: 2016 TO 2023

Schools included in 2023 calculations: stanford, harvard, dartmouth tuck, columbia, yale, duke fuqua, cornell johnson, virginia darden, michigan ross, nyu stern, just 9 b-schools in the top 100 had acceptance rates below 20%.

Acceptance rates climb at some business schools and fall at others every year. Some shifts can be credited to normal market fluctuations — but in 2023, the trend was clearly to open the gates a little wider for those looking to get an MBA. Acceptance rates grew at 31 schools from 2022 to 2023, up from 29 schools from 2021 to 2022; correspondingly, the ranks of schools with highly selective rates shrank: Only nine B-schools in the P&Q top 100 reported rates below 20% in 2023, eight of them in the top 50. In 2022, there were nine schools in the top 50 alone.

Likewise, in 2023 there were 24 B-schools with rates below 30%, 18 of them in the top 50; in 2022, there were 24 in the top 50; in 2021, there were 27.

The elite B-schools are the canaries in the coal mine: In the top 10, seven increased their acceptance rates; while admits and enrollment were down overall across the 10 schools once again in 2023, the cumulative acceptance rate grew significantly for a second straight year, to 27.8% from 22.2% (see table above). One caveat: Because the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania dropped out of P&Q ‘s top 10, the numbers for 2023 are not perfectly comparable to previous years. But even if you dropped Cornell or Stern or Duke or Darden from the table and added Wharton, there would still be a rise in acceptance rate — and, troublingly from a school perspective, a big drop in applications.

Regardless, acceptance rate growth is not restricted to the elite of the elite. In the top 25, only seven schools decreased their rates. In 2022, the same number of top-25 B-schools decreased their acceptance rates — but back in 2021, 21 did. (See the table below for acceptance rates at the top 53 B-schools, and the table on page 5 for rates, applications, admits, class sizes, and yield at the top 100 schools.)

AFTER STANFORD, A PUBLIC B-SCHOOL REPORTED THE LOWEST ACCEPTANCE RATE IN 2023

In the P&Q top 25, the biggest jump in acceptance rate occurred at No. 17 Washington Foster School of Business , where it jumped 13.5 percentage points to 41.6% from 28.1%. Widening to the top 50, the biggest jump was at No. 49 Rutgers Business School , which inflated its rate by 15.8 points to 41.9% from 26.1%.

Not every school made it easier to get in. Big declines in acceptance rates occurred last year, as they do every year. The biggest in the top 25 was at No. 25 Florida Warrington College of Business , whose Hough MBA program dropped its selectivity 5.9 percentage points to 30.2% from 36.1%. In the top 50, the biggest decline was at No. 27 Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business , which fell 12.9 points to 19.4% from 32.3%.

The highest acceptance rate in the top 10 was once again at Dartmouth Tuck School of Business , at 40.1%. Tuck, ranked No. 3 in 2023, has grown its acceptance rate a couple of years in a row, up from 33.4% in 2022 and 29.5% in 2021. In the top 25, the highest rate was at No. 24 Georgetown McDonough School of Business : 61.8%, Georgetown, too, has seen two years of increases, up from 50.9% in 2022 and 48.1% in 2021.

In the top 50, the highest rate was No. 48 Babson Olin Graduate School of Business : 64.3%. And the highest in the top 100: No. 97 Willamette Atkinson Graduate School of Management in Salem, Oregon: 99%.

Stanford Graduate School of Business once again boasted the only sub-10% acceptance rate of any school, clocking in at 8.4%, down slightly from 8.6% last year but still better — from an applicant’s perspective — than the 6.2% of 2021. Apart from Stanford, the lowest rate in the top 50 was not an Ivy League school or an M7: It was No. 50 Ohio State Fisher College of Business, at 12.2%. Harvard Business School was close behind at 13.2%.

MBA ACCEPTANCE RATES AT THE TOP U.S. B-SCHOOLS: 2020 TO 2023

Source: u.s. news & world report data and p&q analysis.

See pages 2, 3, and 4 for detailed year-to-year data breakdowns on apps, admits, class sizes, and yield at 53 of the top U.S. MBA programs; and see page 5 for this year’s stats for the top 100 U.S. MBA programs.

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M.S. in Computer Science

Master's degree requirements.

*All Master’s degrees require a minimum of 31 graded, graduate-level credits (a graduate-level class is any class numbered 5000 or above). A graded credit means that the course resulted in a letter grade (A, B, C…) as opposed to an audited course (AU) or a pass/fail or credit/no credit course (CR/NC).

No grade lower than a “B” will be accepted towards satisfying the master’s degree requirements. The average of all grades for courses taken while pursuing a CS graduate degree must have at least a B average (i.e., a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0). While a course with a passing grade lower than B will count in the GPA, it will not count toward degree requirements.

A UVA BS/BA student who has completed acceptable CS graduate courses that were not used to satisfy the BS/BA requirement can request to use UVA CS graduate courses to fulfill the requirements of our master’s curriculum.

A non-UVA BS/BA student who has completed acceptable CS graduate courses that were not used to satisfy the non-UVA BS/BA requirement can request a transfer of a maximum of 6 graduate credits.

Whether any individual transfer course counts toward our master’s degree requirements is determined by the MGPD.

All Master’s degrees require:

• 1 credit of CS 6190 (Computer Science Perspectives).
• 12 credits of graded, graduate-level CS breadth electives, comprised of a minimum of 3 credits in any four of the six focal areas (tracks) listed in this linked document. 
• The breadth requirement is the same for all three master’s degrees and for the PhD.
• 18 credits of graded, graduate-level CS electives (or other graduate courses approved by the advisor and the Master’s Graduate Program Director) are required for each Master’s degree.
• No 5000-level CS courses are acceptable.
• At most 3 credits of CS 6993/7993 (Independent Study) may count toward the degree.
• CS 8897/9897 (Graduate Teaching Instruction) can be used to satisfy the full-time requirement.

*This information is for reference only. For more information on the Master of Science Degree visit the Graduate Record page.

Application Requirements

Computer science background requirements.

The Department of Computer Science does not require that applicants hold a bachelor's degree in Computer Science. However, applicants are expected to have a strong background in Computer Science. A suitable background would include courses in the following core areas:

• Data Structures
• Discrete Mathematics
• Assembly Language and Computer Organization
• Programming in a procedural language such as C, C#, C++, or Java.

Applicants are also expected to have taken several (but not necessarily all) courses in specialized areas:

• Operating Systems
• Programming Languages
• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Networks
• Automata and Formal Languages
• Software Engineering

A year of college-level Calculus is also required. In general, experience gained working is not considered equivalent to successful completion of the courses listed above.

Grade Point Average

There is no minimum GPA required for admission. However, most applicants who are offered admission to our program have a GPA of at least 3.3 (out of 4.0). The grades in Computer Science, mathematics and related courses are more important than the overall GPA.

GRE scores are optional. 

Letters of Reference

If possible, letters of references should be written by faculty at a university previously attended. Letters of reference from Computer Science faculty are preferred, but references from employers are welcome. References should pay particular attention to academic achievements and evidence of independent, creative problem solving.

TOEFL/IELTS Scores

• If you are a permanent resident of the U.S., TOEFL is not required
• If you received a 4-year degree at an English-speaking institution (whether or not the institution is in the U.S.), TOEFL/IELTS is not required.
• If you received a 4-year degree at a non -English-speaking institution and a Master's degree from an English-speaking institution, TOEFL/IELTS is required. 
• Note that if you have a solid command of written and spoken English, TOEFL/IELTS waivers are possible! Contact via email,  [email protected] , explaining why you believe TOEFL/IELTS can be waived (include evidence such as verification of duties as a Teaching Assistant that required significant interactions in English, copies of expired TOEFL/IELTS scores, presentations at conferences in English, etc.). 

It is unusual that we offer admission to an applicant with an overall TOEFL score below 90 / IELTS below 6.5. Scores can be sent electronically to UVa at institution code B875. Some students with lower scores may be required to complete the UVA Summer English for Academic Purposes Program prior to admission.

Application Evaluation

Applications are evaluated based on the following factors:

• Background in Computer Science (including project work)
• Grade Point Average (GPA)
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
• Letters of reference
• Personal statement
• TOEFL/IELTS scores

Applications are evaluated in their entirety. A weakness in one factor might be mitigated by strength in another.

Financial Aid / Tuition 

Occasionally, the school of Engineering offers Master Fellowships. More information can be found on the Engineering Cost Aid webpage: https://engineering.virginia.edu/future-grads/graduate-admissions/cost-aid , and you can learn more about UVA Fellowships here: https://citizenscholars.virginia.edu/fellowships  

You are encouraged to apply to outside sources for fellowships or you can apply for federal assistance by filling out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid .

The UVA Tuition and Fees page includes the costs per academic year by school. 

CS Admissions Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do i apply.

Please visit this Web page to apply.

When is the application deadline?

See details in the section above (Admissions).

How much does it cost to apply? Can this fee be waived?

Visit this UVA Engineering FAQ page for details on the cost to apply, and learn if your fee can be waived.

Is the TOEFL/IELTS required?

International students must have an outstanding command of the English language in order to enroll at the University of Virginia. The TOEFL/IELTS exam is required of all applicants if the language first learned and spoken in the home is not English, and they are not permanent residents. However, TOEFL/IELTS is not required if the applicant has received a 4-year degree at an English-speaking institution (whether or not the institution is in the U.S.). (If the applicant has a 4-year degree from a non-English-speaking institution and a Master's degree from an English-speaking institution, TOEFL/IELTS is still required.) It is unusual that we offer admission to an applicant with an overall TOEFL score below 90 / IELTS below 6.5. 

I scored less than 22 on the Speaking section of TOEFL. Can I still apply?

We review all applications thoroughly, along a number of dimensions. It is unusual that we offer admission to an applicant with an overall TOEFL score below 90/ IELTS score of 6.5.

Where do I send my GRE and/or TOEFL/IELTS scores?

The Institution code for School of Engineering and Applied Science of the University of Virginia for the GRE is 5820. The code for TOEFL is  B875. There is not a specific code for the Department of Computer Science.

I'm taking TOEFL/IELTS or GRE after your deadline (Dec 15). If I apply will these scores make it into my application and be seen by the admissions committee?

We will start evaluating applications soon after the Dec 15 deadline. Applicants should submit the most complete application they can, based on the information they have at the time (e.g., current test scores, even if new test scores are anticipated).Those applications that are complete will be considered first. We will continue to evaluate applications into early next year, until we have completed our offers. As we are reviewing applications, we will certainly consider updated scores as the arrive at the University of Virginia. There is no need to email us to tell us that new scores are being sent.

Should I mail or should I upload my materials with my application?

We strongly discourage applicants from mailing in any items that can be uploaded to avoid delays in your application review, and we ask that you not send duplicate copies of previously uploaded documents. If you still need to mail documents to our office, please send them to: For US Postal: Graduate School of Engineering and Applied Science Admissions P.O. Box 401103 Charlottesville, VA 22904 For UPS/FEDEX:      Graduate School of Engineering and Applied Science Admissions      1001 Emmet Street North      Room 209B Carruthers Hall      Charlottesville, VA 22903

I’ve submitted my application and all supporting materials. Why does my application status still show as incomplete?

We will fully review your application with unofficial test scores and unofficial transcripts. Your application will only show as "complete" when your application has been submitted, your official scores and transcripts have been received and all three letters of recommendations have been received. An application is complete for review with unofficial transcripts and self-reported scores, though the checklist will still show incomplete. Please note that all official transcripts are received in our main admissions office and scanned or entered into our system manually. If you feel that your materials should have been received by now, but are NOT showing up when you login to your account, please note that the Graduate Admissions Office processes a very large number of applications and it may take longer than expected for your documents/information to appear online (in your account). It is very likely that your materials have been received, but have not been loaded into our application system yet.

If I email you my information (e.g., GPA, GRE scores, etc.) before I apply, can you tell me the chance of being accepted?

The graduate admissions committee considers many factors in an application, including more than just GPA and test scores. In particular, letters of reference and your personal statement are extremely important. Therefore, we are unfortunately unable to provide any information before the committee considers your full application.

I still have other questions. Is there anyone available to help me?

Yes! For program/degree specific questions, please send an email to [email protected]. For application support and specific questions regarding the application process, please contact: Central Graduate Admissions [email protected] 434-243-0209

The information contained on this website is for informational purposes only.  The Undergraduate Record and Graduate Record represent the official repository for academic program requirements. These publications may be found here .