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.
The University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science in Charlottesville, Virginia, established in 1836, holds the distinction of being the fourth oldest university-level engineering school in the United States and the oldest in the South. As an integral part of UVA, it provides comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs spanning diverse fields including Biomedical, Computer Science, and Mechanical & Aerospace engineering. The school emphasizes a strong theoretical foundation combined with practical experience, preparing students to address complex global challenges through innovative research in areas like health, cyber systems, and sustainability. Faculty and students actively contribute to technological advancements, supported by modern facilities and dedicated career services, consistently ranking among the nation's top public engineering institutions.
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