Inquiries regarding admission to the School of Engineering and Applied Science should be addressed to the Dean of Admissions, P.O. Box 400160, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia 22904-4160 or by e-mail at undergrad-admission@virginia.edu.

Requirements

The first and second years of study at the engineering school are spent garnering a solid background in the sciences and mathematics. The student takes courses in chemistry, physics, computer programming, mathematics, and various courses in engineering science, as well as social science and humanities courses. During the first year, students declare a major in one of ten programs in engineering or applied science. The last three years are spent specializing in a chosen area and taking further courses in the general field of engineering. Successful graduates can expect a wide range of career opportunities in engineering, business, law, and medicine. In the event a particular major is oversubscribed, admission may be limited. Admission to such programs is based on space availability, academic performance, and extra-curricular activities. At present, systems engineering, computer engineering, and computer science are limited-admission programs.

Graduate Degrees are offered in all of the school's areas of specialization. For information on these programs and inquiries regarding admission, contact the Office of Graduate Programs, School of Engineering and Applied Science, Thornton Hall, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia 22903-2442.

 

Admission As a Special Student In certain circumstances, individuals may be permitted to enroll in a maximum of two School of Engineering and Applied Science courses through Continuing Education. Special students who wish to become degree candidates must apply through the University Office of Admission for undergraduate admission or through the School of Engineering and Applied Science for graduate admission.  

Advisory System Faculty members and upper class students in the School of Engineering and Applied Science aid entering students in the transition to college life and in furthering their academic and career interests. Each first-year student consults with his or her faculty advisor about course and major selection, and other academic requirements. Toward the end of the second semester, the student selects a major field of engineering and is then assigned an advisor in the department administering the degree program. The departmental advisor helps the student plan a curriculum and serves as a counselor for other academic matters and career interests.