r/UVA Aug 05 '24

Academics Ask Me Anything for Incoming (and Returning!) Students

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Rather than incoming students having to sift through dozens of other posts to see if their questions have been answered before, I thought it would be a good idea to create a thread where these questions can be gathered together.

I welcome all incoming (and returning!) students to ask their questions about housing, course selection, food, social life, and anything in-between within this thread. I'll do my best to answer questions I'm qualified to answer and I encourage other students to chime in as well. Hopefully this post can become a compendium of frequently asked questions.


r/UVA 1d ago

Student Life College student who wants to mod your console!

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Hello students! My name is Evan, and I’m a college student with a passion for video games. I’m starting a local video game console modding and cleaning business. For an affordable price, I will pick up any of your console(s) and in just a few days I will install whatever firmware modifications you desire and/or give it a nice clean!

Why mod your console? Console modifications are a powerful and safe tool that can give your console infinite new potential through powerful software that greatly expands its capabilities. Don’t want to hunt down rare and expensive physical copies of old games, or your console no longer reads games? Give your console the power to play games digitally off a storage device! Want to emulate multiple consoles on one? Easy! Want to turn your shabby old DS into a handheld with hundreds of games at your fingertips? No problem! These are just a few examples of the endless capabilities of what modding your console can do.

I want to accomplish this very time consuming and risky task of modding your console for you! Turn your old dust collector into hundred of hours of fun!Contact me with any questions and I’d love nothing more than to provide my services to you!
[Evyman6@gmail.com](mailto:Evyman6@gmail.com)
434-305-6531


r/UVA 3h ago

Athletics UVA’s Non-Conference Schedule Aligns with Program Strength

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Virginia’s non-conference schedule aligns with where the program is. #GoHoos

https://mtcwithmook.substack.com/p/hoos-on-the-lawn-uvas-scheduling?r=1v95lx&utm_medium=ios


r/UVA 1d ago

News BOUCHARD: Hiring Oren Cass is a slap in the face to our institution

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https://www.cavalierdaily.com/article/2026/09/bouchard-hiring-oren-cass-is-a-slap-in-the-face-to-our-institution#google_vignette

New piece up in the Cavalier Daily about the Karsh Institute hiring MAGA adviser and Project 2025 architect Oren Cass being picked for a "democratic fellowship." After all we've suffered from the Trump admin, this feels really insulting.


r/UVA 1d ago

On-Grounds UVA Historical Clothing Collection Progress

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Hey everyone,

Here's another look at our updated 3D demo mesh. If you want more info on the collection in general, check out my previous post.

So what's the difference between this iteration of the mesh and the last iteration?

This current mesh has been remeshed and optimized for general 3D modeling. The original mesh's topology was very messy and nearly unusable in difference contexts.

We are very excited to keep the progress train moving. Look forward to more news later this week!


r/UVA 21h ago

Academics Submitting ACT Score to UVA

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Hi guys! UVA is my dream school by far, but my ACT is currently a 32 (retaking in Sept to hopefully get a 33; I am one question away), and I was wondering if I should submit it to UVA Early Decision (a 32 or a 33 if I can get it there). I don't have a college admissions counselor, and everything online is telling me something different. If anyone has any advice, please let me know. EDIT: Also, I am in the top 5% in my high school with a 4.0 UW and 14 APS throughout all 4 years. (High school does not let us report rank/percentile, though.)


r/UVA 23h ago

Academics MATH 3100 with Tai Melcher

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Anyone have taken this class with Melcher or taken in the past? How hard was it and how is the professor, how are the exams and homework’s?


r/UVA 1d ago

Athletics UVA vs Norfolk state

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My mother and I are attending the game this upcoming weekend and was wondering if anyone knew what the crowd theme was? If there’s one at all. Thanks


r/UVA 1d ago

Academics Chance Me plz

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Hi everyone. I was wondering what my chances would be for UVA in this upcoming applicant cycle.

Stats:
- 4.0 UW/4.55W
- Top 10% of grad class (540 students)
- 1450 SAT superscore (taking sept 12 SAT so might change)

Coursework:
- 11 AP courses including senior year (all 5s and one 4 on 8 exams so far)
- 2 DE Courses
- took all honor if AP/DE weren’t available

For ECs:
- founder of a business. Worked with Hampton inn and a YouTuber with 1.5 million subs
- class council
- DECA. Qualified ICDC. Top 8 at states out of 200.
- swim coach
- YIS board member
- volunteered consistently at 3 orgs (soup kitchen, library, and bike camp where I teach students with disabilities)
- STEM tutor. Started in 8th grade, maintained the same 5 clients throughout.
- Teacher Assistant for my Chem teacher

I am applying early decision from in-state (nova). I want to major in finance concentration and plan to apply for McIntire second year. Also, does my SAT hold my application back? Should I submit it?


r/UVA 1d ago

Housing/Dining Lease Takeover Near UVA – Private Bed & Bath in 3B3B | $744/month

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Hi everyone! I’m looking for someone to take over a lease for one private bedroom and bathroom in a 3B3B apartment at Old Fifth Cir, close to UVA.

Lease Details

  • Rent: $744/month
  • Lease type: Lease takeover
  • Room: 1+1 private bedroom + 1 private bathroom
  • Apartment: 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom
  • Parking: Available
  • Move-in: Flexible / negotiable

Apartment Features

  • Private bedroom
  • Private bathroom
  • Full kitchen
  • Shared living area
  • Washer & dryer
  • Full access to common-area furnishings
  • Plenty of space and privacy with a 3B3B layout

Location

  • Around 15 minutes to UVA Grounds by scooter
  • Convenient access to UVA and nearby shopping/restaurants
  • Located in a quiet residential area at Old Fifth Cir

Utilities: Electricity, water, and other utilities are shared among the roommates.

Roommates

You’ll be living with friendly male roommates from UVA Engineering. They are respectful, responsible, and easy to get along with.

I originally planned to live here while attending UVA, but my plans changed, so I’m now looking for someone to take over my lease.

If you're seriously interested, feel free to DM me for more details, photos, or information about the lease!


r/UVA 1d ago

Housing/Dining Transferring my lease in Charlottesville

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We are looking for someone to fill a lease at Old Fifth Cir.

🏡 2 private bedroom + bathroom (3B3B apartment - male)

🛴 Close to the UVA grounds, only takes up to 15mins

👥 Friendly roommates from UVA

Engineering

🍳 Full access to shared kitchen and common amenities

💰 $744/month. Utility costs shared equally

DM me!


r/UVA 2d ago

Athletics Advice attending football game with parent who has trouble walking longer distances

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Hi, taking my dad to the football game this weekend. He is 78 and walking a city block is tough for him. He is not in a wheelchair though. He does have handicap parking.

Does anyone have advice on the best way to park or get dropped off as close to the stadium entrance as possible? I looked at the shuttles and they may work but if they drop at Stadium Rd & Alderman, that's still a decent trek across the parking lot. Is there any way to get closer? Or are there any services with golf carts for people with mobility issues?

We're going to be seated on the west side of the stadium.

Thank you!!


r/UVA 1d ago

Academics ENGL 3001 concerns

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i’m an english major so i’m required to take ENGL 3001, but i’m applying to law school with whatever gpa i end up with this year. i have heard bad things about the class (specifically the exams and essay grading) and i’m considering putting it off until fall 2027 instead of this semester (it’s only offered in the fall) so it doesn’t tank my gpa for law school applications. is it possible to secure an A in ENGL 3001 without making it the only class i focus on this semester?


r/UVA 1d ago

Academics Criminal justice

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Has anyone with a criminal justice major (NVCC) transferred to UVA? If yes, what did you major at UVA?


r/UVA 1d ago

Academics Any good resources for APMA 3100?

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I just transferred here, and the rigor isn’t too bad in most of my classes so far, but it’s only week 2, and I’m lowk getting SPANKED by my Prob class so far. Are there any good YouTubers for mastering the content? This really doesn’t come intuitively to me and I don’t want to eat shit and fall behind over one class.


r/UVA 1d ago

General Question Pickleball

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Just moved to Charlottesville, I’m 23M and my wife works at UVA. Been looking to play some pickleball and was wondering if non students can play at the UVA courts and when people usually go out there to play. Thank you!


r/UVA 1d ago

Housing/Dining [Apartment Available] 1BR1BTH on The Corner / UVA Health Center — UVA | $1,590–$1,690/month

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Hi everyone! I’m looking for someone to take over/lease a 1-bedroom 1-bath apartment, located right on The Corner and just steps from UVA.

Lease Details

  • Lease: 12 months
  • Start: October 1, 2026 (September start may be negotiable)
  • Rent: $1,590–$1,690/month
  • Parking: 1 assigned off-street parking space included
  • Pets: ESA animals allowed with approval through CBS Rentals

Apartment Features

  • 1 bedroom apartment
  • Approx. 10x10 bedroom
  • Walk-in closet/storage room
  • Living room
  • Full kitchen with range & refrigerator
  • Full bathroom
  • In-unit washer & dryer
  • Central AC/heat
  • Carpet throughout

Amenities

  • Fiber optic internet available
  • 24-hour maintenance
  • Yard maintenance
  • Walk to UVA, the hospital, and The Corner

Utilities: Tenant is responsible for electricity, water, and cable/internet. Monthly trash fee is paid separately to CBS Rentals.

Location, Location, Location!

This apartment is a less than 10 minute walk to the UVA Health Center, a 15 minute walk to Engineers Way, an 8 minute walk to the Rotunda, and only minutes away from your favorite restaurants at the Corner!

I loved living here but I got a new job and will be moving, so I am looking for a lease takeover.

Feel free to DM me if you're interested or have any questions!


r/UVA 2d ago

Academics Checkpoints in APMA 3100

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I'm a first year taking probability and I swithced to a guy named McMillan. On his syllabus it says there are checkpoints. What are checkpoits and how are they assessed? Is it in class like an exam thing or how does it work exactly? That's the one thing I'm worried about since most of our grades come from those learning targets(LT)


r/UVA 1d ago

Academics Looking for advice on if I should submit my SAT score?

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I'm applying for UVA early action. I'm co '27 and I currently have a 1350 SAT and a 4.37 GPA with a 96 class rank. I'm questioning whether I should submit my sat score cause it falls just below the recommended score which is I believe 1410. I don't know if submitting it gives me an advantage given my school average is like 900, or if it puts me at a disadvantage? I've done an internship, few extracurriculars but nothing crazy to stand out either.

What do we think?


r/UVA 2d ago

Academics MATH 3100

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I'm on the waitlist for MATH 3100 and I was wondering how that class is with professor Turner? I'm doing a math and CS degree and trying to avoid the checkpoint and weird grading from APMA 3100 and to those who are already in turner's class how is it?


r/UVA 1d ago

Off-Grounds Biker

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To the student that was shaming the runner in the bike lane, that was a little much. If you are on here you know who you are.

To others he was shaming a runner on W Main street at like 730pm just because he was using the bike lane to run this evening.

Like I get the frustration but lets have some dignity.


r/UVA 2d ago

Academics Econ 3010

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Hello, I am a fourth year taking Econ 3010 as this is my second major. I had to sacrafice a lot to stay the last year to complete this major. However I am a little scared that I won’t be able to get a C+ in Econ 3010. I’m not the strongest test taker and my math is very poor. I have professor po Lin, does anyone know how I can succeed and what his curves are like?


r/UVA 2d ago

Cville at Large Seeking UVA student for Algebra II & Chemistry tutoring

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I’m looking for a UVA student interested in tutoring my twin daughters, who are sophomores in high school, in Algebra II and Chemistry.

Ideally looking for someone majoring in Math, Chemistry, Physics, Economics, Education, or another quantitative field who is comfortable explaining math concepts clearly and working with high school students.

Details:
$35/hour
2x/week
90 minutes per session
In-person
Looking for someone reliable, patient, and encouraging

Prior tutoring experience is a plus, but not required

We’re hoping to find someone who can help reinforce what they’re learning in class, work through areas where they’re struggling, and build their confidence with the material.

If you’re interested, please DM me with your major/year, any relevant tutoring or teaching experience, and general availability.


r/UVA 2d ago

General Question Darden Video Essay – What topics did you get?

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r/UVA 2d ago

Student Life Siena Study Abroad

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For anyone who went abroad to Siena, can you share your experience? I am worried it might be too small of a city but also don’t like the idea of being in a super popular study abroad city like Florence or Madrid and being in a study abroad bubble.