University of Virginia-Main Campus
University of Virginia UVa UVA
Charlottesville, Virginia 22903-2628
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Highly selective — top graduate earnings
University of Virginia-Main Campus is a public institution in Charlottesville with particular strength in engineering and business. With an average SAT of 1488, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.
A large campus of 17.3K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
95% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $86,863 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,881.
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SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1488
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
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Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
80.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$15,153
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
125
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (210)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
97%
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Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •The Commonwealth of Virginia chartered a new flagship university to be based on the site in Charlottesville on January 25, 1819.
- •The university's first classes met on March 7, 1825.
- •This was a source of frustration for Jefferson, who assembled the students during the school's first year, on October 3, 1825, to criticize such behavior; but was too overcome to speak.
- •James Madison was the second rector of the University of Virginia until 1836.
Source: Wikipedia
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