A
Excellent
Score: 82/100

University of Virginia-Main Campus

4-Year Public
📍 Charlottesville, Virginia 22903
🌐 https://www.virginia.edu/
Outcomes
A+
97/100
Affordability
C+
55/100
Resources
B+
78/100
Experience
A
88/100
Prestige
A+
92/100

Quick Stats

25,924
Total Enrollment
95%
Graduation Rate
97%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
17%
Acceptance Rate
$17,831
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The University of Virginia-Main Campus Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $541,799
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,052/mo — vs ~$914/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 22911 (3.4% cap, Charlottesville)

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🏆 Where University of Virginia-Main Campus Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
of 100 schools
🥇
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
of 100 schools
#6
Public Policy Analysis, General
of 59 schools
#8
Psychology, General
of 100 schools
#9
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other
of 100 schools
#9
Computer and Information Sciences, General
of 100 schools
#9
Law
of 100 schools
#10
Business Administration and Management, General
of 100 schools
#10
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
of 100 schools
#10
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $18,823 $55,450
Room $8,230
Board $6,470
Total Cost (On-Campus) $39,926 $76,954

Financial Aid

44%
Receive Any Aid
11%
Receive Pell Grants
18%
Take Out Loans
$17,831
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$10,123
$30,001 - $48,000$8,842
$48,001 - $75,000$14,658
$75,001 - $110,000$24,023
$110,001+$34,777

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 868 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 594 grads/yr Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other 508 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 470 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 456 grads/yr Econometrics and Quantitative Economics 399 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 299 grads/yr Law 298 grads/yr Psychology, General 257 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 251 grads/yr Public Policy Analysis, General 189 grads/yr Chemistry, General 180 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 180 grads/yr History, General 179 grads/yr Statistics, General 178 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 170 grads/yr International Relations and Affairs 145 grads/yr Medicine 144 grads/yr Mass Communication/Media Studies 142 grads/yr Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering 139 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Virginia-Main Campus's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
First-line supervisors of police and detectives
$106k/yr 160,800 jobs
First-line supervisors of correctional officers
$76k/yr 57,100 jobs
Criminal justice and law enforcement teachers, postsecondary
$71k/yr 16,200 jobs
Life, physical, and social science technicians, all other
$60k/yr 83,200 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs

Student Demographics

25,924
Total Students
55%
Women
94%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Hispanic 7%
Black 7%
Asian 16%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 9%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 100%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 78%
Hybrid (Some Online) 15%
Fully Online 7%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 94%
25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Virginia-Main Campus?
University of Virginia-Main Campus has an acceptance rate of 17%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend University of Virginia-Main Campus?
Tuition at University of Virginia-Main Campus is $18,823 for in-state students and $55,450 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $17,831.
What is the graduation rate at University of Virginia-Main Campus?
The graduation rate at University of Virginia-Main Campus is 95%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is University of Virginia-Main Campus a good school?
University of Virginia-Main Campus has a Repit College Score of 82/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Virginia-Main Campus?
University of Virginia-Main Campus has a total enrollment of 25,924 students. Most students (94%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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A
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B+
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B
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B
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology