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UVA Advance
UVA Advance is the University of Virginia's credit-granting pre-college program. It is a four-week summer residential program for highly-motivated, rising high school juniors and seniors that offers participants an opportunity to experience college life at the University of Virginia.
Saturday, July 11–Friday, August 7, 2026
Applications for Summer 2026 have closed.
Admissions decisions will be released March 31.
Informational Webinars about UVA Advance
We offered informational webinars this past fall and winter, and recordings are available if you missed them! Hear from the Program Director and have a chance to ask questions. Students, parents, teachers, and counselors all welcome.
All webinars cover the same content. Click your preferred webinar time to be directed to a registration link. Registering after the date has passed will direct you to a recording.Newly Added! Webinar 3: Thursday, January 22: 5:30pm EST
How to Apply
Academic Experience
Extracurricular & Residential Experience
Cost and Payment
FAQs
Information for Admitted Students
2026 Admitted Students Click Here!
Program Advantages
- Earn six transferable undergraduate credits from UVA.
- Engage in classes that are small, intensive, and taught by leading UVA faculty.
- Access the support services and facilities available to resident UVA students, including libraries, sports facilities, dining halls, the Student Health Center, and more.
- Prepare for success in higher education.
- Develop friendships with students from around the commonwealth, country, and world.
