Admissions Tours
Admissions tours are 75-90 minutes long and centered around the student experience at UVA. None of our Guides has a script, and our goal is to present the University with candor and enthusiasm. The tour covers a brief history of the University, as well as academics, extracurricular activities, athletics, dining, traditions, and much more.
Michelle Hong (CLAS '19) discusses UVA's academic opportunities with prospective students.
Planning Your Tour:
1. Please use the Office of Admissions’ Tour Reservation System to find a time that works for you. UVA doesn't track interest in the University, but reservations are essential to ensure adequate seating at information sessions (15 minute presentations by Admissions Deans detailing the holistic admissions process at UVA) and an appropriate number of tour guides.
2. On the day of your tour, be sure to double check the time and location, which will be emailed to you upon registration through the admissions site. See the map of UVA for directions to your information session/tour location!
3. Find directions and parking. We recommend Central Grounds Garage (fees will apply) at 400 Emmet Street, Charlottesville, VA, 22903 for single family cars. For larger groups in buses, contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission at 434-982-3200 for more details.
4. Arrive at the designated location on time and enjoy your information session and/or tour!
Other Experiences for Prospective Students
Once your tour is completed, don't let your UVA experience come to an end! Check out these other options to get a better feel for what life as a student might be like for you at our University:
School and Department Tours:
If you want a more in-depth look into the different undergraduate schools at UVA, consider a tour specific to that school or department!
School of Nursing
The School of Nursing offers information sessions and tours by appointment during the academic year. See the Nursing School's visit page for more information.
School of Engineering
The School of Engineering and Applied Science offers guided tours throughout the year. Registration is not required. See the engineering school's visit page for more information.
McIntire School of Commerce
The McIntire School of Commerce offers guided tours when classes are in session on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays at 1:00 pm. Registration is not required. See the Commerce School's visit page for more information.
School of Architecture
The School of Architecture offers tours Monday through Friday, when classes are in session. Tours require registration. See the Architecture School's visit page for more information.
Arts Grounds Tours
For those prospective students interested in pursuing the Arts academically or extracurricularly, the Arts Grounds Guides offer informational tours of the various Arts departments' facilities, located both on Arts Grounds and within Old Cabell Hall. Tours may be requested seven days a week during the regular school year (excluding school-wide holidays and breaks), and are tailored to a student or group's particular interests. Please fill out the tour request form to make arrangements for your visit.
Kinesiology Department
The Department of Kinesiology in the Curry School of Education offers tours by appointment. See the "Program Life" section on their website.
Overnight Visits:
Spend the night in a first year dorm with a first year student! See what dorm life is really like, and get an even better understanding of student life at the University! For more information, check out the Monroe Society.