Visiting the Law School

Visiting the Law School

At UVA Law, we believe that a thriving community is essential to success. We welcome you to take advantage of the opportunities to see our Grounds and engage with our community through class visits, tours and information sessions. 

We are located on North Grounds, approximately one mile from the heart of UVA’s main campus.

Plan Your Visit

Visits are not available during Spring Break (March 4-12) or the Admitted Students Open House (March 16-17). All tours, class visits, student life panels and admissions Q&As will conclude Friday, April 21. We are open to visitors on President’s Day, Monday, February 20th. The schedule that day will include a student life panel from 1:00-2:00pm and an admissions Q&A from 3:40-4:40pm, in addition to the regularly scheduled tour and drop-in classes.

Before Visiting

The visitor parking lot is located at 621 Nash Drive, Charlottesville, Virginia. Please arrive at the Admissions Office 10 minutes early to obtain a parking pass if you are driving. 

Student-Led Tours

Starting Monday, Jan. 30, 2023, a student-led tour is offered Monday-Friday at 11:30 a.m. There is no sign-up or registration for the tour. The tour will begin in the Admissions Office (SL126A) and last for approximately one hour.

Student Life Panels

Beginning on Friday, Feb. 3, 2023, a student life panel will be held every Friday following the tour from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in classroom SL131. This is a time to ask current students any questions that you may have about their experiences at UVA Law. There is no sign-up necessary.

Admissions Q&A

Beginning on Friday, Feb. 3, 2023, Admissions officers will hold a Q&A every Friday from 2-3 p.m. There is no sign-up necessary. We will not offer virtual sessions in Spring 2023. We do not offer individual admissions counseling or meetings with admissions staff.

Class Visits and Schedule

Class visits for the spring semester begin Jan. 30 and conclude April 21 (note dates for spring break etc. above). Visitors must visit the Admissions Office first to sign up to attend a class. Please note that some class sizes are limited, and the sign-up is first-come, first-served. Visitors must also agree to abide by classroom visit decorum.

Monday

10-11:20 a.m.
Property Law

11:30 a.m.
Student-Led Tour

2:10-3:30 p.m.
Constitutional Law

3:40-5:40 p.m.
Evidence


Tuesday

10-11:20 a.m.
Property Law

11:30 a.m.
Student-Led Tour

2:10-3:30 p.m.
Constitutional Law


Wednesday 

8:30-9:50 a.m.
Criminal Adjudication

10-11:20 a.m.
Property Law

11:30 a.m.
Student-Led Tour

2:10-3:30 p.m.
Constitutional Law

3:40-5:40 p.m.
Evidence 


Thursday 

10-11:20 a.m. 
Property 

11:30 a.m.
Student-Led Tour

2:10-3:30 p.m.
Constitutional Law


Friday 

8:30-9:50 a.m.
Criminal Adjudication 

10-11:20 a.m. 
Civil Rights Litigation

11:30 a.m.
Student-Led Tour 

12:30-1:30 p.m.
Student Life Panel 

2-3 p.m.
Admissions Q&A 

Getting to the Law School

The Grounds

The David A. Harrison III Law Grounds reflect a recent $46 million expansion and renovation project funded entirely by private support from alumni and friends. The Law Grounds feature new classrooms, seminar rooms, and moot courtrooms; comprehensive computer facilities; an expanded library with a three-story reading room; new dining facilities; attractive offices for student organizations; and numerous student lounges. Surrounded by inviting gardens and an elegant, tree-lined lawn, the setting reflects Jefferson’s conviction that locating an intellectual community within a beautiful environment fosters learning and personal growth.

Law Library Tours

Law library tours are available to classes and other student groups, including those outside the Law School who need access to legal materials. Librarians can provide general orientation tours or explain specialized areas of the collection. Contact the Reference Desk (434-924-7465 or refdesk@law.virginia.edu) to arrange a tour of the library.

Virtual Tours

For those applicants unable to visit us in person, we have created a number of video tours to introduce you to life at UVA Law and the greater Charlottesville community.

Related Information

For more information on the Charlottesville and University communities, check out Living in Charlottesville and UVA’s dining information.

Contact Us

Office of Admissions
University of Virginia School of Law
580 Massie Road
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Phone: (434) 924-7354
Fax: (434) 982-2128

admissions@law.virginia.edu
www.law.virginia.edu/admissions