Hi guys, my top choice is UVA and I'm an in-state applicant. I've been trying to find specific data related to in-state acceptance rates, but haven't had much luck. Does anyone have any data or source about UVA's in-state acceptance rate? Any help will be truly appreciated!
UVA has made a tradition of reserving a majority of their admitted spaces for in-state applicants, which does give those in Virginia an advantage. As of recent data, UVA's total acceptance rate is about 17%, but this number is a composite of both in-state and out-of-state applicants.
While UVA doesn't release the exact numbers for in-state rates compared to out-of-state rates every year, it's reported that the acceptance rate is notably higher for in-state students. It fluctuates from year to year, but is generally estimated to be around 27-30% for in-state applicants. In contrast, that level often drops down to roughly 13% when considering out-of-state applicants. This disparity is primarily because UVA, as a public university, has an obligation to serve the residents of Virginia.
However, regardless of these acceptance rates, admissions will be competitive. Make sure that you put together a strong application, with a solid academic profile, thoughtful essays, and strong extracurricular activities. The better your application, the higher your chances will be of securing a place! Best of luck with your applications.
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