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University of Virginia Women's Rowing

University of Virginia (UVA) · Charlottesville, Virginia · Public university

Acceptance rate17%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate96%finish within six years
Undergraduates26,409Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty15 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of Virginia Women's Rowing coaches

Coaches at University of Virginia who recruit Women's Rowing, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where University of Virginia competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Atlantic Coast Conference
Program level
Elite Program
Athletics site
virginiasports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1410–1540
ACTMiddle 50%: 32–35

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Popular majors

Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, GeneralAfrican-American/Black StudiesAnthropology, GeneralArchitectural History and Criticism, GeneralArchitectureArea Studies, OtherArt/Art Studies, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
15 : 1
Graduation rate
96% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Virginia residents$19,472
Out-of-state tuition$57,261
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$18,427
Campus

Where it is

University of Virginia in Charlottesville.

Location
Charlottesville, Virginia
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
virginia.edu
Overview

About University of Virginia Women's Rowing

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Wesley Ng, the Head Coach, leads the University of Virginia Women's Rowing staff of 5 coaches, verified September 2026. University of Virginia (UVA) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Rowing as a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference. University of Virginia is a large public school in Charlottesville, Virginia with 26,409 undergraduates, a 17% acceptance rate and an average net price of $18,427 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of Virginia Women's Rowing

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Wesley Ng, the Head Coach and Taylor Ruden, the Associate Head Coach. University of Virginia has 5 coaches for Women's Rowing, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your 2K erg time, height and weight, and side in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a video of you rowing in a boat or on the erg, with the link near the top so Wesley can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of Virginia typically score 1410–1540 on the SAT and 32–35 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of Virginia staff after a week, and again after your next regatta with updated results.
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Questions

University of Virginia Women's Rowing FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is University of Virginia D1?

Yes. University of Virginia competes in NCAA Division I Women's Rowing, in the Atlantic Coast Conference.

Is University of Virginia public or private?

University of Virginia is a public school in Charlottesville, Virginia.

What conference is University of Virginia Women's Rowing in?

The Atlantic Coast Conference.

Does University of Virginia offer athletic scholarships for Women's Rowing?

University of Virginia competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does University of Virginia Women's Rowing have?

5 coaches, led by Wesley Ng, the Head Coach.

How much does University of Virginia cost?

In-state tuition is $19,472 and out-of-state tuition is $57,261 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,427.

What is the University of Virginia acceptance rate?

17% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of Virginia?

Admitted students typically score 1410–1540 on the SAT and 32–35 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of Virginia Women's Rowing coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026