Why is UVA better than W&M?

Gary614
Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:54:20 +0000

I realize that this is the UVA board and full of passionate UVA supporters. Each school can make a strong case for being better in some area, but here is my opinion as someone who has two daughters, one at both schools. D1 is a first year at UVA and D2 is a freshman at W&M. Both schools are excellent academically in my opinion and the above points are all good to considered. I have had to contact both schools with questions during the last year and in each case they responded very quickly and courteously, which considering the tight budgets state schools are under is an impressive accomplishment. Both Ds like their schools and would not want to switch places. I would highly recommend going to “Days on the Lawn” and “Admitted Students Day” and if possible maybe even line up a stay over on both campuses to get a feel for each if possible (don’t know if it is possible but it would time well spent). It’s hard to get the vibe of a school during the open house with all of the other admitted students also asking questions. Just comes down to best “fit” which only your son or daughter can decide on as “right” for them. I think the answer is the best place for your student. Either way, congratulations on getting the opportunity to choose between two excellent schools!