University of Virginia-Main Campus
Acceptance
17%
Avg SAT
1480
In-State
$21,803
Grad Rate (4yr)
92%
Retention
98%
Earnings
$86,863
AI Overview
The University of Virginia blends Thomas Jefferson's vision of academic excellence with a vibrant student self-governance tradition—the student-run Honor Code shapes everything from unproctored exams to campus trust. Strong in environmental and conservation studies, UVA attracts intellectually curious students who value both scholarly rigor and spirited school pride (think secret societies and Lawn residencies). This is ideal for self-motivated learners who want a collegial atmosphere within a selective public university. The historic Grounds in Charlottesville offer small-town charm near the Blue Ridge Mountains.
AI-generated interpretation, separate from the federal statistics on this page · refreshed Mar 2026
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
In-State Tuition
$21,803
Out-of-State Tuition
$59,512
Room & Board
$14,800
Average Net Price
$21,565
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants & scholarships
Receive Pell Grants
16%
Take Federal Loans
20%
Median Debt at Graduation
$17,500
6-Year Graduation Rate
1st Year Retention Rate
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
$86,863Median Debt
At graduation for completers
$17,500Top Programs by Earnings
Bachelor's degree graduatesComputer Engineering
58 graduates
$148,175
4 yrs after graduation
Systems Engineering
69 graduates
$144,830
4 yrs after graduation
Business/Commerce, General
$142,113
4 yrs after graduation
Computer and Information Sciences, General
297 graduates
$142,041
4 yrs after graduation
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
406 graduates
$139,095
4 yrs after graduation
Economics
492 graduates
$110,773
4 yrs after graduation
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
$109,851
4 yrs after graduation
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
112 graduates
$109,551
4 yrs after graduation
Statistics
81 graduates
$108,532
4 yrs after graduation
Chemical Engineering
42 graduates
$105,724
4 yrs after graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard
Available Programs
107+ programsAnd 95 more programs available
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