Resident Life

Life at UVA and here in the Charlottesville-Albemarle mid-Atlantic region is a blend of interesting people, places, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Meet Our Current Residents »

  • Residents at Carter Mountain

    Residents enjoying free music and apple cider doughnuts at Carter Mountain's Summer Sunset Series

  • Residents at Humpback Rock

    Residents enjoying a day off hiking a Charlottesville favorite, Humpback Rock, along the Blue Ridge Parkway about 30 minutes from town.

  • a group of females hanging out by a bon fire

    Charlottesville allows for many residents to have homes in town

  • a group of students hanging out at the beach during sunset

    In addition to proximity to the mountains, many beautiful Atlantic beaches are just a few hours away

  • two students picking apples

    Fruit orchards are a favorite outing in summer and fall

  • a hiker standing next to Hump back Rock

    Numerous amazing hikes await 30-60 minutes from Charlottesville

  • Resident sports

    Residents have a long tradition of local intramural sports including softball, flag football, soccer, curling (yes, curling) and resident field days. Here are our 2018 Regular Season Champs!

  • UVA football

    UVA sporting events are a traditional activity