Undergraduate Accelerated Transfer Program

Complete the following steps prior to the start of the summer 2026 semester. These steps are for new accelerated transfer BSN students.

1. Get started working on the Student IT Checklist. Make sure that you set-up your UVA email as all email will be sent to this address moving forward.
2. Check your UVA email frequently.
3. Help us get to know you by completing the Student Profile.
4. Save the following dates:
   • Monday, May 18, 2026 - ABSN New Student Orientation
   • Tuesday, May 19, 2026 - First Day of Summer Classes
   • Friday, August 7, 2026 - Last Day of Summer Classes
5. Complete the criminal background check by April 5. You will receive an email with detailed instructions on how to complete the background check. 
6. The School of Nursing partners with myRecordTracker to track student compliance. A separate email will be sent closer to orientation with instructions on how to set-up your account and upload your compliance documents. Training for myRecordTracker will be held during orientation week. All requirements must be completed by July 1, 2026.
7. Complete the pre-entrance health requirements. Update immunization documentation to your Healthy Hoos portal and myRecordTracker.
   Please note: The health record must be completed and submitted to UVA Student Health by July 1, 2026. This School of Nursing deadline for CNL students is earlier than the deadline on the form. Any delay in receiving this form could impact your ability to begin clinical during the fall semester.
8. Request to have all official transcripts sent directly to University as soon as spring semester final grades have been posted.
9. If you completed the FAFSA and CSS Profile, you will automatically be considered for all School of Nursing scholarships. Please see the UVA Student Financial Services website for more information if you have experienced financial hardship due to COVID-19.
10. Submit your photo for your Student Identification Card by April 15, 2026.
11. Be on the lookout for information regarding health insurance verification. This will show up on your SIS. If you are an entering out-of-state student on Medicaid, please contact Reece Meares to discuss financial aid support.
12. Purchase or upgrade a laptop to meet SON Computing Policies by May 15.
13. Pay your bill

Incoming 1st & 2nd year BSN students: Classes of 2027 & 2028

Complete the following steps before the start of the fall 2025 semester. These steps are for new undergraduate students: traditional and transfer.

1. Get started working on the Student IT Checklist. Make sure that you set-up your UVA email as all email will be sent to this address moving forward.
2. Check your UVA email frequently.
3. 1st Year Only: Attend the pre-enrollment Zoom advising meeting. The Zoom link will be in the welcome email from Dean Carroll. Plan to attend the in-person summer orientation. 
4. Transfer Only: Plan to join us for summer orientation.
5. Transfer Only: If you are finishing pre-requisite coursework, please send your official transcripts with final grades to son-registrar@virginia.edu
6. 1st Years Only: If you have AP, IB, or dual enrollment credit that you think will transfer, please complete the following form: External Course Credit. If you have dual enrollment credit, you will need to request to have official transcripts from the university or college where you completed the coursework sent to the following email: son-registrar@virginia.edu 
7. You will automatically be considered for all School of Nursing scholarships if you complete the FAFSA and CSS Profile. 
8. Transfer Only: 
9. Submit your photo for your Student Identification Card by July 15.
10. 1st Years Only: Submit your photo for your Student Identification Card by August 15.
11. Fill out the criminal background check form by August 15.
12. Get immunizations & have your healthcare provider sign the Pre-Entrance Health Form by August 1.
13. Please check your UVA inbox for an email from myRecordTracker®. Create your account and ensure all compliance is uploaded by August 1.
14. Purchase or upgrade a laptop to meet SON Computing Policies by August 15.
15. Be on the lookout for information regarding health insurance verification. This will show up on your SIS. 
16. Save the date of Monday, August 25, for the School of Nursing orientation.
17. Visit the UVA Orientation and New Student Programs website for more information about getting started at UVA!
18. Pay your bill. 

RN to BSN students (currently licensed nurses)

Complete the following steps before the start of the fall 2025 semester. These steps are for new RN to BSN students.

1. Get started working on the Student IT Checklist. Make sure that you set-up your UVA email as all email will be sent to this address moving forward.
2. Check your UVA email frequently.
3. If you completed the FASFA and CSS Profile, you will automatically be considered for all School of Nursing scholarships. Please see the UVA Student Financial Services website for more information.
4. Help us get to know you by completing the Student Profile.
5. Add the following dates to your calendar:
   • Tuesday, August 12, 2025 - New Student Orientation
   • Tuesday, August  26- In person class date
   • Tuesday, September 23  - In person class date
   • Tuesday, October 28 - In person class date
   • Tuesday, December 2 - In person class date
6. Attend the new student RN-BSN Enrollment Workshop on July 10 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. Please register to attend here.
7. RSVP to attend the in-person, on Grounds in Charlottesville program orientation on August 12. Unlike an open house, orientation is designed for students only. Family members may find a wealth of Charlottesville attractions if they choose to visit Charlottesville with you!
8. Fill out the criminal background check form by August 15. You can bring this with you to orientation on August 13.
9. All nursing students are required to upload compliance documents to myRecordTracker®. Students will be oriented to MyRecord Tracker at orientation on August 12. Students should come to orientation prepared to upload documentation of their current RN license, CPR certification, and immunization records. The School of Nursing Compliance Coordinators will orient and assist students with MyRecord Tracker.
10. Submit your photo for your Student Identification Card prior by July 15. UVA Health System employees may skip this step.
11. Purchase or upgrade a laptop to meet SON Computing Policies by July 1. You will need to bring a laptop to orientation on August 12.
12. Purchase your parking permit for the academic year before the start of the academic year.
13. Review the bus routes.
14. Pay your bill.
15. If you are finishing prerequisite coursework, please request to have official transcripts with final grades sent to son-registrar@virginia.edu

CNL (direct entry to nursing) students

Complete the following steps before the start of the summer 2026 session. These steps are for new Master's Entry: CNL students.

1. Get started working on the Student IT Checklist. Make sure that you set-up your UVA email as all email will be sent to this address moving forward.
2. Mark your calendars with the following important dates:
   • New CNL Orientation week of May 18, 2026. Orientation is required; if you cannot attend, please notify the BSN & CNL Program Manager, wmp5w@virginia.edu.
   • Summer session dates: May 19 - August 7, 2026.
   • Fall semester dates: August 25 - December 18, 2026. CNL classes are on Thursday/Friday in the fall & spring semesters.
3. Help us get to know you by completing the Student Profile.
4. Submit your ID photo. Note: If you are a current student or graduate of UVA or a UVA Health System Employee, a photo is already on file and will be used for your student ID. You will receive your health system student ID badge during orientation, do not go to the UVA ID Card office to get one. Pay close attention to the instructions and photo criteria. You must use a passport-type photo. Submit your photo no later than April 15, 2026. Photo submissions after this date are subject to a $20 late-fee.
5. The School of Nursing partners with myRecordTracker to track student compliance. A separate email will be sent closer to orientation with instructions on how to set-up your account and upload your compliance documents. Student compliance requirements are listed below. Training for myRecordTracker will be held during orientation week. All requirements must be completed by July 1, 2026.
   1. Criminal Background Check: Must be completed by April 5, 2026. You will receive an email with detailed instructions on how to complete this requirement.
   2. Admitted graduate students are required to complete their CPR certification before starting the program. The School of Nursing requires American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Saving) for Healthcare Providers with Adult, Child, & Infant AED certification only. Certification must be obtained by May 12, 2026.
   3. Complete the pre-entrance health requirements. Update immunization documentation to your Healthy Hoos portal and myRecordTracker.
      Please note: The health record must be completed and submitted to UVA Student Health by July 1, 2026. This School of Nursing deadline for CNL students is earlier than the deadline on the form. Any delay in receiving this form could impact your ability to begin clinical during the fall semester.
6. Health insurance is required for UVA students. For information about UVA student health insurance: studenthealth.virginia.edu/insurance
7. Purchase your nursing uniform by May 1, 2026, to allow for delivery, and order your stethoscope by May 1, 2026. Stethoscope ordering information will be sent separately. You must wear your uniform in the Clinical Simulation Learning Center and clinical. Refer to the School of Nursing Uniform Policy for a complete description of the required uniform^*.
   ^*Uniforms are required for pre-licensure students only.
8. Enroll in summer courses. The summer course enrollment date is TBD. Enroll in GCNL 5084 and GNUR 6060. GCNL 5100; we will enroll you in those courses. For SIS enrollment instructions, see this website: SIS FAQs. Scroll down to Add/Drop/Edit/Swap classes in SIS.
9. Complete your FAFSA form and the University Financial Aid Application form on your SIS to-do list if you have not done so.
10. Pay your bill in SIS.
11. Purchase or upgrade a laptop to meet SON Computing Policies by May 14, 2026. Compliance with computing policies is required.
12. If you need housing, information is available from the UVA Housing Office
13. Purchase a parking permit. This may be needed once students are back on Grounds.
14. Review the bus routes.
15. Review The Graduate Guide to learn more about Charlottesville.
16. If you are finishing prerequisite coursework this semester, please request to have official transcripts with final grades sent to Central Graduate Nursing Admissions, PO Box 401107, Charlottesville, VA 22904. Please also email a copy to gnursadmission@virginia.edu and upload a copy to your application via your status page.

RN to CNL students

Complete the following steps before the start of the Summer 2024 session. These steps are for new Master's Entry: RN to CNL students.

1. Get started working on the Student IT Checklist. Make sure that you set-up your UVA email as all email will be sent to this address moving forward.
2. Check your UVA email frequently.
3. Mark your calendars with the following important dates:
   • New CNL Orientation week of May 20, 2024. Orientation is required; if you cannot attend, please notify the CNL Program Manager, wmp5w@virginia.edu.
   • Summer session dates: May 20 - August 9, 2024.
   • Fall semester dates: August 27-December 17, 2024. CNL classes are on Thursday/Friday in the fall & spring semesters.
4. Help us get to know you by completing the Student Profile.
5. Submit your ID photo. Note: If you are a current student or grad of UVA or a UVA Health System Employee, a photo is already on file and will be used for your student ID. You will receive your health system student ID Badge during orientation, do not go to the UVA ID Card office to get one. Pay close attention to the instructions and photo criteria. You must use a passport-type photo. Submit your photo no later than April 22, 2024. Photo submissions after this date are subject to a $20 late-fee.
6. Complete the Criminal Background Check by April 30, 2024. You will receive an email with detailed instructions on how to complete the background check. Any questions should be directed to Ms. Deirdre Vandross, dmv3h@virginia.edu. (If enrolling in Summer 2024 courses, please reach out to Whitney Pippin at wmp5w@virginia.edu, as your deadline will be earlier.)
7. Obtain required immunizations and have your health care provider sign the Pre-Entrance Health Form for nursing students. Please note that the health form must be completed and submitted to UVA Student Health before August 1, 2024. UVA Health System employees may skip this step.
8. Health insurance is required for UVA students. For information about UVA student health insurance: studenthealth.virginia.edu/insurance or 434-243-2702
9. Enroll in courses. The Program Manager (Whitney Pippin) will contact you to schedule a one-on-one meeting with the CNL Leadership Team to discuss your plan of study and connect you with your academic advisor.
10. Complete your FAFSA form and the University Financial Aid Application form listed on your SIS to-do list if you have not done so.
11. Pay your bill in SIS.
12. Purchase or upgrade your laptop to meet SON Computing Policies by May 14, 2024. Compliance with computing policies is required.
13. If you need housing, information is available from the UVA Housing Office.
14. Purchase a parking permit. This may be needed once students are back on Grounds.
15. Review the bus routes.
16. Review The Graduate Guide to learn more about Charlottesville.
17. Sign-up for CPR certification class (dates TBA). The School of Nursing requires American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers with Adult, Child & Infant AED certification only.
18. If you are finishing prerequisite coursework this semester, please request to have official transcripts with final grades sent to Central Graduate Nursing Admissions, PO Box 401107, Charlottesville, VA 22904. Please also email a copy to gnuradmission@virginia.edu and upload a copy to your application via your status page.
19. Send certification documents (CPR Card, RN License) by May 1 (summer start) or August 1 (fall start). All RN to CNL students must have on file in the School of Nursing a copy of their current RN license and a current American Heart Association AED certification for Healthcare Providers. You must have Adult, Infant, and Child training and AED. A re-certification is required every two years. Please send these documents to the CNL Program Manager wmp5w@virginia.edu.

Post Professional Certificate

Complete the following steps before the start of your first semester (summer or fall). These steps are for new Post Professional Certificate students.

For student starting in the summer:

1. Get started working on the Student IT Checklist. Make sure that you set-up your UVA email as all email will be sent to this address moving forward.
2. Help us get to know you by completing the Student Profile.
3. Complete financial aid forms in order to remain eligible for potential in-school scholarships (https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa).
4. Review your plan of study on the School of Nursing Curriculum site. 
5. Schedule an appointment with your academic advisor, Susanne Tomillon, to register for summer and fall classes.
6. Mark your calendars now with the following important dates:
   • In-Person Class Dates for summer semester:
     • May 19, 2026
     • June 9, 2026
     • June 30, 2026
     • July 28, 2026
   • In-Person Class Dates for fall semester:
     • September 1, 2026
     • September 22, 2026
     • October 20, 2026
     • November 10, 2026
     • December 1, 2026
7. Submit your photo for your Student Identification Card by April 15 if you start in the summer. UVA Health System employees may skip this step.
8. Complete the Criminal Background Check by April 5. The Virginia Board of Nursing requires that all nursing students complete a background check when they enroll in a program in Virginia. Fieldprint, Inc. is a vendor the School of Nursing uses to complete electronic fingerprinting on our nursing students for a background check. You will receive an email with detailed instructions on how to complete the background check from the School of Nursing Compliance Coordinators. For questions or concerns, please email sonstudentcompliance@virginia.edu.
9. Complete the pre-entrance health requirements by August 1. Update immunization documentation to your Healthy Hoos portal and myRecordTracker.
10. Be prepared to create your MyRecord Tracker account. You will receive an email from the School of Nursing Compliance Coordinators with instructions for creating your account. New students will be required to submit American Heart Association BLS CPR certification, immunizations, and RN license documents to this system. NNP students must also send NRP certification. PNP-AC students must submit PALS Certification. 
11. Purchase or upgrade a laptop to meet the SON Computing Policies before attending the Course Registration Workshop or obtaining wireless access.
12. Purchase your parking permit for the academic year before your program orientation. Review the bus routes.
13. Review UVA and Charlottesville Guide to learn more about Charlottesville.
14. Pay your bill.
15. Read the Registrar's Rx.
16. If you are finishing prerequisite coursework, please request to have official transcripts with final grades sent to the Graduate School of Nursing Admission, PO Box 401107, Charlottesville, VA 22904. Electronic transcripts may be sent to gnursadmission@virginia.edu.
17. Still have questions? Check out the Admitted Grad Student FAQs!

For students starting in the fall:

1. Get started working on the Student IT Checklist. Make sure that you set-up your UVA email as all email will be sent to this address moving forward.
2. Help us get to know you by completing the Student Profile.
3. Complete financial aid forms in order to remain eligible for potential in-school scholarships (https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa).
4. Review your plan of study on the School of Nursing Curriculum site. 
5. Mark your calendars now with the following important dates:
   • Virtual Registration Workshop: Wednesday, July 8, 2026 from 1:00-2:30pm
     • You will enroll for your fall classes at this workshop.
     • We are holding space in the classes for our new students.
   • In-Person Program Orientation: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 from 1:00-5:00pm, followed by a welcome reception from 5:30-7:00pm AND Wednesday, August 19, 2026 from 9:00am-4:00pm
     • Please plan to attend both days of orientation.
   • In-Person Class Dates for fall semester:
     • September 1, 2026
     • September 22, 2026
     • October 20, 2026
     • November 10, 2026
     • December 1, 2026
6. Submit your photo for your Student Identification Card by July 1. UVA Health System employees may skip this step.
7. Complete the Criminal Background Check by August 26. The Virginia Board of Nursing requires that all nursing students complete a background check when they enroll in a program in Virginia. Fieldprint, Inc. is a vendor the School of Nursing uses to complete electronic fingerprinting on our nursing students for a background check. You will receive an email with detailed instructions on how to complete the background check from the School of Nursing Compliance Coordinators. For questions or concerns, please email sonstudentcompliance@virginia.edu.
8. Complete the pre-entrance health requirements by August 1. Update immunization documentation to your Healthy Hoos portal and myRecordTracker.
9. Be prepared to create your MyRecord Tracker account at orientation on August 19-20. New students will be required to submit American Heart Association BLS CPR certification, immunizations, and RN license documents to this system. NNP students must also send NRP certification. PNP-AC students must submit PALS Certification. The School of Nursing Compliance Coordinators will orient students to MyRecord Tracker at orientation.
10. Purchase or upgrade a laptop to meet the SON Computing Policies before attending the Course Registration Workshop or obtaining wireless access.
11. Purchase your parking permit for the academic year before your program orientation. Review the bus routes.
12. Review UVA and Charlottesville Guide to learn more about Charlottesville.
13. Pay your bill.
14. Read the Registrar's Rx.
15. If you are finishing prerequisite coursework, please request to have official transcripts with final grades sent to the Graduate School of Nursing Admission, PO Box 401107, Charlottesville, VA 22904. Electronic transcripts may be sent to gnursadmission@virginia.edu.
16. Still have questions? Check out the Admitted Grad Student FAQs!

BSN to DNP & MSN to DNP

Complete the following steps before the start of the Fall 2026 semester. These steps are for new DNP students.

1. Get started working on the Student IT Checklist. Make sure that you set-up your UVA email as all email will be sent to this address moving forward.
2. Help us get to know you by completing the Student Profile.
3. Complete financial aid forms.
   • If you have not completed your FAFSA, you must do so as soon as possible. To be eligible for financial aid, including federal student loans, you must have a 2025-2026 FAFSA on file by June 1, 2026 (https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa).
4. Review your plan of study on the School of Nursing Curriculum site. 
5. Mark your calendars now with the following important dates:
   1. Virtual Registration Workshop: Wednesday, July 8, 2026 from 1:00-2:30pm
      1. You will enroll for your fall classes at this workshop.
      2. We are holding space in the classes for our new students.
   2. In-Person Program Orientation: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 from 1:00-5:00pm, followed by a welcome reception from 5:30-7:00pm AND Wednesday, August 19, 2026 from 9:00am-4:00pm
      • Please plan to attend both days of orientation.
   3. In-Person Class Dates for fall semester:
      • August 25, 2026 – synchronous class day
      • September 15-16, 2026
      • October 28-29, 2026
      • November 17-18, 2026
      • December 8-9, 2026
6. Read the Registrar's Rx. Please note, there WILL BE room in courses for you, so don't worry. You will be able to enroll during the workshop on July 8th.
7. Submit your photo for your Student Identification Card by July 1. UVA Health System employees may skip this step.
8. Ensure that you have an active unencumbered nursing license in the Commonwealth of Virginia if you will be living in Virginia or a compact license from the state in which you reside. If you need to apply for a Virginia RN license, start that process now.
9. Students are required to obtain certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation for adults, children, and infants prior to entering clinical courses. The UVA SON only accepts the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers certification. Certification must be maintained throughout the program and must be renewed every 2 years. American Heart Association BLS classes can be found on their website.
10. Complete the pre-entrance health requirements by August 1. Update immunization documentation to your Healthy Hoos portal and myRecordTracker.
11. Be prepared to create your MyRecord Tracker account at new student orientation on 8/19 and 8/20. New students will be required to submit American Heart Association BLS CPR certification, immunizations, and RN license documents to this system. NNP students must also send NRP certification. PNP-AC students must submit PALS Certification. The School of Nursing Compliance Coordinators will orient students to MyRecord Tracker at orientation.
12. Complete the Criminal Background Check by August 26. The Virginia Board of Nursing requires that all nursing students complete a background check when they enroll in a program in Virginia. Fieldprint, Inc. is a vendor the School of Nursing uses to complete electronic fingerprinting on our nursing students for a background check. You will receive an email with detailed instructions on how to complete the background check from the School of Nursing Compliance Coordinators. For questions or concerns, please email sonstudentcompliance@virginia.edu.
13. Purchase or upgrade a laptop to meet the SON Computing Policies before attending the Course Registration Workshop or obtaining wireless access.
14. Purchase your parking permit for the academic year before your program orientation. Review the bus routes.
15. Review UVA and Charlottesville Guide to learn more about Charlottesville.
16. Pay your bill.
17. If you are finishing prerequisite coursework, please request to have official transcripts with final grades sent to the Graduate School of Nursing Admission, PO Box 401107, Charlottesville, VA 22904. Electronic transcripts may be sent to gnursadmission@virginia.edu.
18. Still have questions? Check out the Admitted Grad Student FAQs!

New Military DNP Students

Welcome to the University of Virginia School of Nursing’s DNP program! We are excited to have you join our community! We recognize that our military students have earlier timelines and specific requests. Therefore, we have created a separate checklist for getting started for you!

1. Review the University’s academic calendar. The University Registrar has academic calendars posted online through the 2029-2030 academic year.
2. Financial letters will come directly from the School of Nursing’s Financial Aid Coordinator, Nathaniel Fraticelli.
3. Review your plan of study on the School of Nursing Curriculum site. If you need additional information regarding the plans of study, please email Devan Cooper for assistance.
4. Mark your calendars now with the following important dates:
   1. Virtual Registration Workshop: Wednesday, July 8, 2026 from 1:00-2:30pm
      1. You will enroll for your fall classes at this workshop.
      2. We are holding space in the classes for our new students.
   2. In-Person Program Orientation: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 from 1:00-5:00pm, followed by a welcome reception from 5:30-7:00pm AND Wednesday, August 19, 2026 from 9:00am-4:00pm
      1. Please plan to attend both days of orientation.
   3. In-Person Class Dates for fall semester:
      1. August 25, 2026 – synchronous class day
      2. September 15-16, 2026
      3. October 28-29, 2026
      4. November 17-18, 2026
      5. December 8-9, 2026

1. Get started working on the Student IT Checklist. Make sure that you set-up your UVA email as all email will be sent to this address moving forward.
2. Help us get to know you by completing the Student Profile.
3. Complete financial aid forms.
1. If you have not completed your FAFSA, you must do so as soon as possible. To be eligible for financial aid, including federal student loans, you must have a 2025-2026 FAFSA on file by June 1, 2026 (https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa).
4. Ensure that you have an active unencumbered nursing license in the Commonwealth of Virginia if you will be living in Virginia or a compact license from the state in which you reside. If you need to apply for a Virginia RN license, start that process now.
5. Students are required to obtain certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation for adults, children, and infants prior to entering clinical courses. The UVA SON only accepts the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers certification. Certification must be maintained throughout the program and must be renewed every 2 years. American Heart Association BLS classes can be found on their website.
6. Submit your photo for your Student Identification Card by July 15. UVA Health System employees may skip this step.
7. Complete the pre-entrance health requirements by August 1. UVA Health System employees who are benefits-eligible may skip this step.
8. Complete the Criminal Background Check by August 25. The Virginia Board of Nursing requires that all nursing students complete a background check when they enroll in a program in Virginia. Fieldprint, Inc. is a vendor the School of Nursing uses to complete electronic fingerprinting on our nursing students for a background check. You will receive an email with detailed instructions on how to complete the background check from the School of Nursing Compliance Coordinators. For questions or concerns, please email sonstudentcompliance@virginia.edu.
9. Purchase or upgrade a laptop to meet the SON Computing Policies before attending the Course Registration Workshop or obtaining wireless access.
10. Purchase your parking permit for the academic year before your program orientation. Review the bus routes.
11. Review UVA and Charlottesville Guide to learn more about Charlottesville.
12. Pay your bill.

PhD

Complete the following steps before the start of the Fall 2025 semester (unless an earlier deadline is noted below). 

1. Get started working on the Student IT Checklist. Make sure that you set-up your UVA email as all email will be sent to this address moving forward.
2. Mark your calendars now with the following important dates: 
   1. GSAS Orientation: Not listed on their website yet but use this link to find out more information https://graduate.as.virginia.edu/new-students-0 (More information will be sent directly from GSAS.)
   2. Virtual Registration Workshop: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 from 1:00-2:30pm
      • Pre-register for the workshop using your UVA email.
      • You will enroll in your fall classes at this workshop.
      • We are holding space in the classes for our new students!
   3. Program Orientation: Monday, August 25th (timing TBD, but usually 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.). Mandatory, in-person attendance.
   4. Fall semester dates: August 26th - December 19th, 2025. 
3. Complete the criminal background check. You will receive an email with detailed instructions on how to complete the background check. Any questions should be directed to Ms. Deirdre Vandross, dmv3h@virginia.edu.
4. Complete the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences (GSAS) New Student Checklist. 
5. Purchase or upgrade a laptop to meet the SON Computing Policies. 
6. Submit your photo for your Student Identification Card by July 15. (This date differs from the date on the GSAS New Student Checklist.) UVA Health System employees and recent UVA graduates may skip this step.
7. Purchase your parking permit for the academic year before your program orientation. Review the bus routes. 
8. Review UVA and Charlottesville Guide to learn more about Charlottesville.
9. Read the Registrar's Rx. The Program Manager will enroll you in classes for the Fall 2025 semester.
10. Set up Zoom on your computers. You can find more information on how to create an account and download the software here.
11. The SIS is the student data system and UVa. Eventually you will go to the SIS to enroll in courses, look at your course schedule, set up your plan of study, or look up the name of your faculty advisor. Please log onto the SIS before orientation to get familiar with it. 

Please note, international students may have additional requirements. Please refer to communications from the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences and their New Student Checklist for more information.