University of Virginia-Main Campus

Charlottesville, VA · Public · 17,597 undergraduates

University of Virginia admitted 17% of applicants. Students who submitted scores typically had 1410–1540 on the SAT. Its average net price after aid for in-state students was $18,056 a year. Within six years, 94% of first-time, full-time students graduated.

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Admissions

Admission rate
17%
SAT/ACT scores
Considered if submitted
SAT middle 50%
1410–1540
ACT middle 50%
32–35

Cost

In-state cost of attendance, before aid
$41,803 a year
Average in-state net price after aid
$18,056 a year
In-state net price for families earning under $30,000
$9,479 a year
In-state tuition and fees
$22,431 a year
Out-of-state tuition and fees
$61,457 a year

Outcomes

Graduation rate (within 6 years)
94%
Students who return for a second year
98%
Median earnings 10 years after starting
$96,468 a year
Median debt at graduation
$15,000

Students

Undergraduates
17,597
Undergraduates with a Pell Grant
19%
Student-faculty ratio
15 to 1
Campus setting
Suburb

Most common fields of study

Share of the degrees the college awarded, by field.

Social sciences
13%
Computer and information sciences
12%
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities
11%
Engineering
11%
Business, management and marketing
8%

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent institution-level data (October 2026 release). Admission figures are reported by the college; check its website for current requirements.