UVA essay prompts

    2026-27verified University of Virginia-Main Campus admissions

    Nursing (School of Nursing applicants only)

    Describe a health care-related experience or another significant interaction that deepened your interest in studying Nursing.

    250 words max · Required

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    Applies via the Common App.

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    Common questions

    What are the UVA essay prompts for 2026-27?
    UVA lists Nursing (School of Nursing applicants only) (1 prompt) for 2026-27.
    How many essays does UVA require?
    UVA requires 1 essay based on the published group instructions for 2026-27. The page lists 1 required and 0 optional prompts.
    What are the word limits for the UVA supplemental essays?
    The published word and character limits are 250 words max.