The University of Virginia (UVA) is a public research university in Charlottesville, Virginia. Founded in 1819 by Thomas Jefferson, UVA is the oldest state-supported university in the United States. The university is set within the Academical Village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Located in Charlottesville, Virginia, the University of Virginia School of Architecture, established in 1919 with roots in Thomas Jefferson's vision, is a distinguished institution focused on exploring and shaping the built and natural environments. Offering comprehensive programs in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Architectural History, and Urban and Environmental Planning, the school emphasizes design as a critical mode of inquiry. Students are equipped to address vital global challenges like climate change, well-being, and social justice through rigorous study, interdisciplinary collaboration, and access to advanced facilities. Consistently recognized among the nation's top programs, it prepares graduates to be innovative design leaders and critical scholars.
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