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University of Virginia: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

University of Virginia admits about 16.8% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1410–1540 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 31–35 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

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Acceptance rate 16.8%

SAT range 1410-1540

Net price $18,056

Graduation rate 94.4%

University of Virginia At a Glance

Location	Charlottesville, Virginia
Type	Public
Undergraduate Enrollment	17,597
Acceptance Rate	16.8%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)	700-760
SAT Range (Math)	710-780
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)	1410-1540
Average SAT (Combined)	1480
ACT Range	32-35
Average Net Price	$18,056/yr
Tuition (In-State)	$22,431/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)	$61,457/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate	94.4%
Full-Time Retention Rate	97.6%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry	$96,468
Median Debt at Completion	$15,000

How University of Virginia Compares

University of Virginia is more selective than about 94% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 17,597 students, it is larger than about 55% of the 265 schools in this list.

Similar Colleges

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA — 55% acceptance James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA — 72% acceptance George Mason University Fairfax, VA — 87% acceptance Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA — 90% acceptance Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA — 93% acceptance Liberty University Lynchburg, VA — 99% acceptance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is University of Virginia's acceptance rate?

University of Virginia's acceptance rate is about 16.8%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for University of Virginia?

Admitted students at University of Virginia typically report a combined SAT score between 1410 and 1540 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does University of Virginia require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check University of Virginia's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of University of Virginia?

The average net price reported for University of Virginia is $18,056 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

Is My SAT Score Enough for University of Virginia?

Rule: below 1410 is a Reach, 1410–1540 is In Range, above 1540 is Likely — compared to University of Virginia's reported 25th–75th percentile SAT range.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also University of Virginia's official site.