Hello, Future Possible Hoos! 👋
You've completed all the hard work - applications, transcript requests, writing statements, and waiting. Let’s not forget to acknowledge the strength it takes to wait. *Pat yourselves on the backs.* But the day is here - by this evening, around 5 p.m., our tech team will run a few processes and decisions will be released. Emails will go out to notify you to log into your application portal for an update, where your decision will be available.📨
Let me share the three possible outcomes: admitted, waitlisted, or denied. Every year, we receive more qualified applications than ever before, representing more students than we have space to admit. This is not an easy process, and it is not one we take lightly. We know there are people, stories, lives, and goals attached to all of these documents, and we strive to honor that in our review process. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your educational journey.📚🗺️
For admitted students: Congratulations! We are excited for you and look forward to welcoming you to Grounds. We hope to see you at upcoming admitted student events over the next week or two. Please keep an eye on your checklist items and your email, as we will be asking you to complete tasks and register for informational opportunities.
For waitlisted students: If you are interested in remaining on the waitlist, there is a form for you to complete within your checklist items. It is also very important to keep your application as up to date as you would like should there be any movement in available spaces. Any waitlist movement depends on when we begin hearing from admitted students accepting or declining their offers. While I can’t commit to a specific date, this typically occurs around early June.
For denied students: We understand that this is likely not the outcome you were hoping for. Most students don’t apply expecting a denial. We are grateful that you considered us, and while this may be difficult to read right now, we know there is a great location for you to continue your educational journey. We wish you all the best! If you are earlier in your educational journey and would like UVA to remain an option for future transfer cycles, please note that the transfer Common Application will open on August 1, 2026, for spring 2027 admission to the College of Arts and Sciences and fall 2027 admission to all UVA schools/the college that accept transfer students.
Please take time to process, celebrate, game plan.
We will share more in the coming days, including statistics (as they become available) and information about upcoming virtual admitted student sessions.
Thank you all!
—The Office of Undergraduate Admission (OUA) Transfer Team 🧡💙
