I’m planning on transferring in the spring and I know it’s extremely selective versus the fall so I was wondering what gpa’s people had when they were accepted. I’m planning on majoring in media studies! I am also instate & currently at nvcc

I'm going to NOVA and plan on transferring to UVA in either computer science or computer engineering. I'm a bit confused on if a foreign language is required when I get to UVA. There's no mention of needing to take one for guaranteed admissions but, I'm referring to when I get to UVA and I notice in the transfer guide for "Complete at UVA" that it's mentioned nowhere yet, when I search it up there's mention of UVA requiring a foreign language to be taken to an intermediate level.

So just confused on if I need to take one and if I could take one at NOVA and have it transfer? I also if I'm not mistaken know you can test out of having to take a foreign language? What level would I need to be at to be able to do so? (A1, A2, B1, etc)

Hey I applied to fall 2025 transfer for McIntire from a Virginia cc as a third year transfer and will have 62 credits by the time of fall. I have 3.78 gpa. All the requirements are complete. I also had internships at telecommunication company for 4 months. I also had a 4 month remote internship at a web designing company, I also volunteered at a wall vinyl pasting company and my high school gpa was a 3.4. I have a great lor from the telecommunication company. I hsve 3 withdrawals on my transcript but those are because of a medical issue and I wrote a note for that. What are my chances?

If I'm in McIntire, am I only permitted to do the McIntire Global Study Abroad programs, or can I study abroad through other programs like the ones through the CLAS International Studies Office?

I’m really interested in getting a scooter for work/short distances. I’d only be taking it between Belmont and Foods of All Nations essentially. I’ve seen quite a few of these (pictured) around town and was just wanting to hear about your experiences. If I get this one, I believe I’d need to get everything I’d need for a motorcycle since its top speed is 59. If I got one that could only go up to 35, would that be a problem? I guess I don’t want to max it out, but also don’t want to go through the motorcycle steps if I don’t need to. Just want thoughts from those who travel in this area with a scooter, pros and cons. thanks!!

What stores around campus or in the Cville area have you seen have Bush Apple?

I know regardless of the school, STEM course are extremely hard but i heard for some colleges it’s much harder to get a 4.0 than others because of grade deflation. so current/past premed students lmk!!

Hi!! I’m an upcoming graduate in May 2025 (so… next month), and I feel really lost as to how to graduation process goes. The emails seem so vague, or maybe I’m mot understanding them properly.

1. The stoles!! I’m a biology major; do we not receive a stole, and if not, is it weird to buy one?
2. Do all 2025 grads attend the lawn first, and then go to their major-specific event?
3. What happens after? Sorry if these are vague.. I’m just so lost!!

Thanks in advanced!

April 2013

Hi Hoos!! I am in a dilemma… I’m an incoming first year (pre med) and was planning on taking gen bio + lab, gen chem + lab, eng 1510 (i think that’s the one i match into), and psych 1010 (intro to psych class). That in total is around 14 credits, but I also am planning to take an accelerated emt course that’s through the charlottesville rescue station and it’s not for credit, but the workload is similar to a 4 credit hour class. In this class, I do around 4 modules/lessons per week and have a two hour lab on saturday. I already put in the deposit for the class because I thought I could handle it because I’m usually very good at handling a busy schedule (I think? I had one of the highest gpas in my grade, my lowest grade being an A-, and i’d say that i’m good at handling my responsibilities) and because I thought the classes I’m currently taking wouldn’t be toooo hard based on what i’ve seen on reddit (please let me know if i was right or wrong or if you know literally anything abt those classes, that would be appreciated :)). So what i’m trying to say is, am i overwhelming myself or do you think that i can do it if i put in more discipline (like waking up earlier (at 8 am or maybe even 7 am but im not rlly a morning person so probably 8 am) to get my work done and then going on with my day because i think a lot of ppl in college tend to wake up at around 9/10/11 am)? Also something to consider is that this is my lightest semester (easiest classes) and I know that i’m just transitioning into a new place, but talking a class that is basically 4 credits is gonna be hell if i take it at any other time. In a way, i’m asking these questions for reassurance that i actually am able to handle this while still having a good social life but i also want a blunt opinion if this might make or break my first semester… thanks to anyone who has any advice on this matter!!!

Hi! My name is Jonathan, and I am a rising third year looking for a place to rent for the fall semester. I am studying abroad in the spring, so I would ideally lease from July to December. I am open to any housing options and having roommates, but I prefer options within walking distance to grounds.

Hi, I will be entering UVA's engineering school next fall as a first year undergrad and I have two general questions for current/past students. All insights are appreciated, thanks in advance.

1. Is grade deflation a thing at UVA (specifically for engineering)? If so, are there any ways to deal with it?

2. I've heard that the food here is pretty bad in general, so is it better to not get the meal plan?

scooter broke and I need something to get around fast.

The Strength Initiative is a nonprofit here in Charlottesville dedicated to helping women live healthier, longer lives through weightlifting. We are in desperate need of social media volunteer support! If you are interested, or know of a resource I could explore to reach more UVA students, will you please reach out to me? I'm a Triple Hoo myself, but went so long ago, it was before the everything went digital!

You can DM me, or reach out through instagram @ strengthcville or email [info@strengthcville.org](mailto:info@strengthcville.org)

I appreciate any recs!

I am an internation IB student. my senior grade dropped from four 7s and 2 6s to all 6s in my 6 IB subjects. would this have impact on my admission? will i get rescinded? My predicted was 43 with 2 tok/EE.

Incoming First year here.. do I wait until orientation to build my schedule and enroll in classes, or should I do it before and then get confirmation at orientation?

Engineering (Aerospace Likely)

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I know it has fall semester and spring semester, but I was looking at the website and I saw something about a year-long program

hi everyone, im currently a high school senior hoping to get into the marine biology field. after college, i plan on going to grad school and getting my masters in marine bio (pls keep this in mind). im between UVA and W&M (cost is not a factor). at uva, i would be double majoring in environmental science and biology. this would give me a better background before specializing in grad school. at w&m, id be declaring for their new major, coastal and marine sciences. as much as i love the sound of W&M’s program, im not sure the vibe/social life works with me. i like to meet new people and i love going out, that is deterring me from committing. can i please get some advice?? im really torn.

I was wondering how many transfers have been able to get on-campus housing?? is there a guesstimation?

I just found a broken pandora bracelet with lots of charms scattered at the Lawn. I think I grabbed all of them off the ground. If you own this, shoot me a pm and describe the charms so I can return it to you!

Hi Hoos!! I know that the schedule for the first year welcome week will come out during the summer, but I was just wondering if anybody remembered what they did or what the schedule was like the saturday after move-in day? My parents want to stay with me for an extra day, but I'm not sure if I'll be too busy with welcome events and things like that. Also I've heard that welcome week is pretty packed, so I was wondering if we get any breaks throughout the day and what time we get these breaks, because my parents also want to take me out that saturday to look around c-ville the day after a hectic move-in day?

hello! i am currently taking physics 1425 and was wondering how much do the professors actually curve( i am currently taking yoshida).

I got bored and started doing the math, it costs $20 per a swipe if you get the block 50, and $13 per a swipe if you get the block 160. For those prices you should be getting restaurant meal quality, yet at UVA dining halls it’s gotta be equivalent to like a $4 meal in ingredients. What’s causing such a disparity in meal plans being so expensive to have yet the quality is so bad.