Abby
Someone who isn't self-motivated or passionate should not attend the University of Virginia. The University runs on an Honor System, so basically everything is student-run, and we the students are always accountable for our actions and making sure we are where we need to be and get what needs to be done completed. Students here strive to always uphold the Honor System (which basically means no lying, cheating, or stealing) to preserve the high standards of this university. The fact that there is an Honor System makes us more responsible and organized students and people.
Kaitlynne
As a student if you are not willing to spare time daily to things other than school work and studying then the University of Virginia, UVA, is not the school for you. As mentioned in the previous question we allocate lots of our time to volunteering throughout Charlottesville. More so than volunteering the student at UVA are also extremely involved with clubs and groups run through the college. If one is not prepared to live a diverse life on our campus then they should not bother to apply here!
Brielle
Close-minded need not apply.
David
Someone who doesn't like a big school atmosphere. I feel that nearly anyone can fit in here and enjoy life at UVA.
Charles
A student that is interested in small classes with a lot of one one one attention should not attend the University of Virginia. When I was taking the courses I needed to major in psychology, nearly every class I had was in a lecture hall with an average of 200 people in the class. There was little opportunity for one on one interaction. Lectures also lacked student participation due to the large size of the classes. Student's must make deliberate effort for their professor to know their name. UVA is not the best for one on one interaction.
Jackie
People who are not committed to serious learning in a competitive, focused environment. UVa has some of the best undergraduate programs in the country; class life proves so. There are incredibly high standards and expectations for everyone. Everyone was #1 back in high school, so everyone still tries to be #1 here too. The course work is very time consuming and intensive, and a lot of emphasis is put on learning material outside the classroom then coming prepared to add value and contribute to the class.
Julie
someone who is extremely intolerant of other people--especially if someone is intolerant of homosexuality. UVA supports diversity, and if you do not feel the same way, you do not belong here.
Jessica
The kind of person who doesn't want to. This sounds a little ridiculous, but I think in order to make an adjustment to any new environment, people have to be open-minded. There are some stereotypes here, like anywhere, but in order to really dislike the school you really have to want to dislike it. There are so many opportunities to find a niche here, and though it may not happen right away, I think if people want to be here, they will find a way to make it work for them. Keep looking for new experiences!
Emily
People who do not take their work seriously should not attend my school. Although everyone puts a lot of effort into their schoolwork, most students understand how to balance work and fun. There is probably more emphasis on the work here than at some other schools, and students must be motivated enough to tackle all the obstacles in their paths. Addtionally, people who are not open to trying new experiences should not come to my school. If you are not interested in expanding your mind and views of the world, you might as well stay home.
Alysaha
The University of Virginia is a community, not only when you are an undergraduate but continues when you graduate. In order to fully appreciate UVa a student must enjoy being part of a community and an institution larger than one's self. I would advise those who do not wish to fully engage themselves in a university and all of its attributes to stay away from UVa. Mr. Jefferson and the long list of traditions towers over the student body which for most creates a community with an intangible bond, as for others it would be something to avoid.