Discover the School of Data Science

Visit the School of Data Science

From May to August, we welcome visitors on a walk-in basis. You may explore the building on your own during business hours. Visit the welcome desk at the entrance for a self-guided tour handout. If you have questions about your visit or would like to schedule a tour, email sdsadmissions@virginia.edu.

In September, we will resume regularly scheduled Student Ambassador-led tours.
 

Summer Orientation 2026

We look forward to meeting incoming UVA students at Summer Orientation! On Day 2 of your Orientation, we will host an information session for the B.S. in Data Science, Minor in Data Science in the Newcomb Hall South Meeting Room. Refer to the Orientation schedule  for details. We will also have an Admissions team member available in the School of Data Science building on those days to answer your questions.
 

Undergraduate Programs

We offer virtual and in-person events for prospective students interested in the B.S. throughout the academic year, including drop-in pre-admission advising hours. Use the calendar below to register for our upcoming events. You are also welcome to reach out to our Student Ambassadors with questions. 

Current high school students should reach out to the Office of Undergraduate Admission about the first-year admissions process. 

Graduate Programs

Prospective graduate students may visit the Connect with Us page for additional opportunities, including connecting with M.S. Student Ambassadors, pre-admission advising, and information sessions for the M.S. in Data Science and Ph.D. programs.