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Welcome! The University of Virginia welcomes applications from international students. Since 1826, when the first international student was enrolled, the University has encouraged citizens of other countries to live, work, and study in an institution created and nurtured by one of the architects of the American experiment in democracy, Thomas Jefferson. Approximately 5 percent of our entering classes are foreign nationals.

 

What's New


  • UVA student Chevy Beh is featured in a Telegraph article about UK students studying in the US.
  • University welcomes international students at Dulles, Daily Progress article
  • Reflections on studying in America by 3rd year student, news article from an independent newspaper in Bangkok

Frequently Asked Questions
Find Answers to questions about international admission, financial aid for international students, and student life.


UVA International Newsletter
The UVA International Newsletter provides information about international students at the University.


International Transfer Students
International students wanting to transfer to U.Va. as a second or third-year student should go to our online transfer information about coursework and other requirements.
 

Visas and Studying in the U.S.
If you have questions about obtaining a visa or an I-20 please contact or Ben Howe.

If you are an international student currently studying in the United States, you must complete a Foreign Student Advisor (FSA) Form (PDF).


Proficiency in English
Students who are bilingual in English and another language and have scored well on the verbal portion of the SAT may be exempted from the TOEFL and IELTS.

Students whose first language is not English should take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).