University of Virginia (UVA): what international applicants need

What are University of Virginia's application deadlines for 2026–27?

University of Virginia has 3 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on November 1, 2026, Early Action on November 1, 2026, and Regular Decision on January 5, 2027.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is University of Virginia's acceptance rate?

16.8% for students who started in fall 2024: University of Virginia admitted 9,909 of its 58,951 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does University of Virginia require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. University of Virginia is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Decision deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (January 5, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for University of Virginia?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 710–780 in Math and 700–760 in Reading and Writing (46% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 32–35.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is University of Virginia's application fee for international students?

University of Virginia's application fee is $75 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does University of Virginia accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. University of Virginia accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does University of Virginia accept?

University of Virginia doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does University of Virginia require?

University of Virginia requires one teacher recommendation for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a mid-year report with your first-semester senior grades.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does University of Virginia require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. University of Virginia requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a portfolio, for some programs or for all applicants: check its site.

How many international students does University of Virginia have?

886 of University of Virginia's 17,885 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 5%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does University of Virginia cost for international students?

University of Virginia is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $59,512 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $21,803). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $14,800. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $79,512 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source