Tour 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, we will host an information session 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 dates to speak with visitors.
B.S. in Data Science
Connect with our Admissions Ambassadors who are here to answer your questions and be an additional resource as you consider the data science major. Feel free to email one directly with questions about the School and student life.
High school students should contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission for questions related to first-year admission.
- Current first-year UVA students may email sdsadmissions@virginia.edu with questions related to the application process, prerequisites, course requirements, etc.
- Check out our on-Grounds and virtual events for first-year students, offered throughout the academic year.
M.S. in Data Science or Ph.D. in Data Science
- Schedule a virtual advising appointment
- MSDS Residential Student Ambassadors
- MSDS Online Student Ambassadors
- Attend an Information Session
Other ways to learn more about the School of Data Science:
Check out our Admissions Blog, sign up for the School of Data Science newsletter, attend an upcoming event, or follow us on social media:
