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Bear Transformation by Gillpanda
Date: 6/19/2013 Views: 19584 Favorites: 94 Comments: 15
I really felt that this piece here embodies what I feel almost everyday, or at least what I see happening in the mirror when I come home from work or after a long walk. I just stand there and watch the changes flow over me...
Well anyway this was mostly done for the commissions sheet but a few of you wanted to see the full thing. so please enjoy and I hope to get some more transformations, down the road.
So if you're into transformation, tell me how you see yourself.
• Do you see yourself becoming who you really are?
• if you're an artist, do you draw yourself becoming who you are?
Thanks for sharing, this is rather interesting. To answer your question, I do often imagine myself becoming who I feel I really am. I know it's just a thought and there's no way to make it actually happen, but you can always wish. It's fun to dream, similar to what you, and probably a lot of us do too :)
I would really like to say yes but im not that deep its merely a subject that i have always been fascinated by,
Yet not something that i envy or would want to become a reality
clicketyclack
I become a different version of myself. A version that's less pent-up, more free. But then, my character is a shapeshifter so technically it's all me I guess.
(I love your work by the way, your tf work always looks pleasant for the "victims." Not in a generic way, but in a way that seems as if everyone involved wants to be involved. It's always a treat to see that you've updated.)
TCRanch
Hmm... I picture myself (since I can't draw) becoming something that matches my personality but the personality shows up more plainly than I actually am.
Jeller
Nice picture, and thanks for sharing. C:
To answer your questions (neither of which I've ever actually thought about), I've never actually made a character that represents myself or drawn them, and drawing transformation has never really been a wish-fulfillment thing for me.
I think transformation is just something that is really cool because it's a way of experiencing or studying the relationships between bodies and shapes and physical (or even non-physical) forms... It's really more like each form is it's own little adventure, but I prefer to send my original characters on those adventures instead of myself. So I guess that sums up how I feel about transformations in general: it's a new and exciting adventure, with lots of unexpected twists and turns and overall you just don't know what's going to happen next. I guess you can take that metaphorically, as well. C:
Gotta think about those questions more...
Okay I have my answers... In short, I feel like I already am who I really am. I feel like I'm on the right track in my life, and even though there are times where I feel frustrated and wish I could just escape it all, often times those frustrations only make me stronger and I feel no need to become something different. I think everyone has had an identity crisis at some point, but I've gotten over mine. On the outside and inside, I AM who I really am.
As for my art, if I had to pick a form for myself, it would probably be some kind of amphibious shark-man-thing. Not because I WISH to be a badass and mean and terrible and cold like a shark is, but because I already am. Heheh. B]
So for me, transformation (of myself, at least) is a reflection of who I already am, not who I choose to be, or want to be. I would never want to be a shark-monster in reality, because I live in the desert and there's just no water here. Also I don't actually like swimming all that much. :[
Army1
Good GillPanda :3
Radcrafter
Great work, GillPanda. Keep it up!
It is an journal I had thought of exploring, even if only for a "thrill ride". My dreams have gone way further at times, but yea.
Victor_Procyon
Who I really am? I can always consult my birth certificate for that. I'm always been what's on that document.
Not really an artist, so the second doesn't really apply.
Nice work though.
I'm afraid that I'm not into transformation because I feel I should be something else, but rather from a sense of misanthropy. Humanity is, well, horrible; as a whole, we're willing to do virtually anything to anybody to further our own ends. We discriminate at the slightest excuse, right down to whether or not somebody has a tan.
In a world with multiple species (and more importantly, a world where Mr. Hyper-Aggressive Warmonger Senator knows that being too abrasive may lead to waking up the next morning as a painfully shy ewe) would force people to at least pretend they have a greater degree of tolerance. With luck, faked tolerance would lead to actual tolerance as kids (and non-goat children, too) grew up not thinking that closet bigotry was the acceptable social norm.
That's just an example, of course, but it does help to be able to turn to examples of places where people aren't so petty and self-centered.
Wolfboy92
I have no idea what I'd truly be, but I can see myself as some kind of canine, mainly a border collie.
Selden: Animals are also horrible creatures that will do anything to further their own ends. Nature as a whole is vicious, unforgiving, and uncaring. But you're right; there is no discrimination in nature. Only survival of the luckiest/fittest applies. Nature does not discriminate.
But I do agree with your point about bringing problematic people down to earth, or putting them in someone else's shoes to teach them a lesson. I'm all for that idea. c:
stratokastr
I transform not because I want to do it myself, but because I want to have the option.
Transformation, for me, is like leaving your sundays free to sleep in. I would go nuts living in the same body my whole life, hence why I'm constantly changing haircuts and alternating workout periods with schlubby overeating periods... I hate to be the same person, physically, longer than I have to be. I want to change. I want to keep changing. Transformation is an extension of that, where my body isn't limited by my gender or species or nothin'.
That's part of the reason I love the Gillpanda look... it's a voluntary and loving thing. It's all about freedom for me... and a reason I don't hang out on deviantArt's TF Community. On the whole, most of them see transformation as uber-misogynist bondage. "And the newly equine Claire was fucked by a horse and never saw her family ever again. The End." It's just cruelty to me. Just my opinion.
Kabit
For me, the furry side is a fantasy. I'd love to become a bunny girl!
The transgender side used to be a fantasy until recently (after this image and question was posted). Now I'm working toward transition, a slow process and a downright cruel social process.
♥ Kabit


1) I'm going traveling in 2 weeks to the states for Coachella festival with three friends from New Zealand (how fun) and then off to Europe for a conference with some more friends from New Zealand and then going to Copenhagen, Barcelona, and … GREECE!
2) I'm going traveling this week with my boyfriend to Tikal which is a special place here in Guatemala.
I don't know if life could get much better than it is right now. I feel so blessed to say that after an extremely painful and difficult 2014. But sometimes, I think we need a little darkness so that the light is much sweeter.
Not for billing clients, but the currency that I recorded my earnings as I went. I was using NZD, which has a lower face value than USD. Here in Guatemala I think in USD and it made no sense to be using NZD. I also think the lower number value of the USD made me feel a little more pressure to hustle because $8,000 (for example) is less impressive than $10,000 (which is what it would be roughly in NZD). This tiny little step put me on the edge a little more and I hustled my heart out. If you already work in USD, why not change it to record in pounds for a month and see if it makes a difference to your enthusiasm.
In a spreadsheet I've started collecting all new contacts and noting which site they emailed me from. This is a great help because I can keep track of where my new clients are coming from and make sure I've worked with them on all my sites. I can't believe I wasn't doing this before hand. I was letting so many potential deals slip through my hands.
I have a lot of clients write to me requesting posts and then they flake out. They don't reply, or don't send the promised content to me. Usually they would get lost in the dark depths of my email account, but because I'm recording all serious inquiries, I can follow up with them in a week or two if I haven't heard from them. This has helped me, and my assistant, be way more on the mark.
In the past few months I've given my VA more and more and more tasks. She's handled them like a rock star and my business has grown from strength to strength because of her invaluable help. Originally I was paying her an hourly wage, when I handed more tasks to her I increased her hourly wage and I also added in commission. The better my business does, she better she is financially rewarded. I think this encourages her to hustle more, on my behalf, and we both celebrates the good weeks she has (pay-wise) because they're an indication I've had a great week too.
These subtle changes have seen my business grow from strength to strength. This has been my best month of income, ever and I've earned my old post-tax salary in a single month.
Have you made any changes lately that have helped your business grow? I'd love to hear them.


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Boys Names Hangman - Guess all the names of boyfriends now!
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AP Examination
Credits Earned and/or Exemption
Art (Studio-Drawing) 4 or 5 3 credits for ARTS 1000T
Art (Studio-2D Design) 4 or 5 3 credits for ARTS 1000T
Art (History) 4 3 credits for ARTH 1000T
5 4 credits for ARTH 1051
Biology 4 6 credits for BIOL 1000T
5 4 credits for BIOL 2100 and 4 credits for BIOL 2200
[No laboratory credit given]
4 or 5 6 credits for CHEM 1410 and 1420
Chinese Language & Culture 4 4 credits for CHIN 2010
5 4 credits for CHIN 2010 and 4 credits for CHIN 2020
Computer Science A* 4 or 5 3 credits for CS 1110
Computer Science Principles 4 or 5 3 credits for CS 1000T
Economics (Micro) 4 3 credits for ECON 1000T
5 3 credits for ECON 2010
Economics (Macro) 4 3 credits for ECON 1000T
English (Language) 4 or 5 3 credits for ENWR 1000T
English (Literature) 4 or 5 3 credits for ENGL 1000T
Environmental Sciences 4 or 5 3 credits for EVSC 1010
French Language & Culture** 3 Exemption from FREN 2020
4 or 5 Exemption from FREN 2020, 3 credits for FREN 3031
French Literature** 3 Exemption from FREN 2020
German Language & Culture*** 4 3 credits for GERM 2010
5 6 credits for GERM 2010 and GERM 2020
Government (U.S.) 4 or 5 3 credits for PLAP 1000T
Government (Comparative) 4 or 5 3 credits for PLCP 1000T
History (U.S.) 4 or 5 3 credits for HIST 1000T
History (European) 4 or 5 3 credits for HIST 1000T
History (World) 4 or 5 3 credits for HIST 1000T
Human Geography – No credit
Italian Language & Culture 4 or 5 6 credits for ITAL 2010 and 2020
Japanese Language & Culture 4 or 5 4 credits for JAPN 1000T
Latin (Caesar and Vergil) 4 or 5 Exemption from LATI 2010 and 2020; 3 credits for LATI 3000T
Latin (Vergil) 4 or 5 Exemption from LATI 2010 and 2020; 3 credits for LATI 3000T
Math (AB) 4 or 5 4 credits for MATH 1310
Math (BC) 4 or 5 8 credits for MATH 1310 and 1320
4 or 5 AB subscore 4 credits for MATH 1310
5 4 credits for APMA 1110 (Engineering)
Music (Theory) 4 or 5 3 credits for MUSI 2000T
Physics B 4 or 5 6 credits for PHYS 2010 and PHYS 2020 (Architecture & College)
Physics 1 4 or 5 3 credits for PHYS 1000T (Architecture & College)****
4 or 5 1 credit for PHYS 1429 (Engineering)
Physics C (Mechanics) 4 or 5 3 credits for PHYS 1425
Physics C (Electricity & Magnetism) 4 or 5 3 credits for PHYS 2415
Psychology 3, 4 or 5 3 credits for PSYC 1010
Spanish Language & Culture***** 4 or 5 6 credits for SPAN 2010 and 2020
Spanish Literature & Culture***** 4 or 5 6 credits for SPAN 2010 and 2020
Statistics 4 3 credits for STAT 1120 (College)
5 4 credits for STAT 2120 (College)
* Students without AP credit, but who have some experience with programming, should take the placement test offered through the Department of Computer Science.
** A score of 3, 4, or 5 fulfills the foreign language requirement. Students who receive a 3 and wish to continue study of French should enroll in FREN 3031. A score of 4 or 5 on the French literature exam generally means placement in FREN 3031.
*** Students who receive a score of 4 must enroll in GERM 2020 to complete the foreign language requirement.
**** Students who receive a score of 4 or 5 on both Physics 1 and Physics 2, can ask their Registrar to have the transfer credit converted to PHYS 2010 and PHYS 2020.
***** A score of 4 on the Spanish Language Exam allows students to take SPAN 3010; a score of 5 on the same exam allows students to take any 3000-level course for which SPAN 3010 is a prerequisite (SPAN 3000, 3020, 3030, 3040, 3050, 3200 & 3300). A score of 4 on the Spanish AP Literature Exam allows students to proceed directly to SPAN 3300. Students who have scored a 5 on the Spanish AP Literature Exam may not take 3010; they should proceed to any course for which SPAN 3010 or 3300 is a prerequisite SPAN 3000, 3020, 3030, 3040, 3050, 3200, 3400, 3410, 3420, 3430). No credit is given for SPAN 3010 for any score of either version of the AP Spanish Exam.
British System Advanced-Levels, Including AICE (A, AS, and H Levels)
The undergraduate schools of the University offer possible advanced standing credit for scores of A, B, and in some cases C. Upon departmental recommendation, students may receive one, and no more than two, semesters of introductory-level credit for each A-Level examination. No credit is available for O- or OA-Level examinations. One semester's credit may be awarded for AS-Level examinations. A-Level and AS-Level scores not eligible for advanced-standing credit may be considered for advanced placement (no credit will be awarded); such placement decisions must be made by the appropriate departmental undergraduate director. The pre-approved departmental equivalencies for qualifying A-, AS-, and H-Level examination scores are listed below.
The University recognizes the Cambridge Pre-U examinations* as generally equivalent in rigor to the A-level examinations. Each undergraduate school will determine qualifying scores and credit awarded for the various examinations.
Subject UVA Equivalent
Accounting A, H2 COMM 2000T (6 credits)**
Accounting AS, H1 COMM 1000 (3 credits)
Art History Pre-U ARTH 1051 (4 credits) and ARTH 1052 (4 credits)
Biology A, H2 BIOL 2010 (3 Credits) and BIOL 2020 (3 Credits). No pre-approved lab credit
Biology AS, H1 BIOL 1000T (3 credits)
Business Studies A, H2 COMM 1800 (3 Credits); COMM 2000T (3 credits)
Business Studies AS, H1 COMM 1000T (3 credits)
Chemistry A, H2 CHEM 1410 (3 credits) and CHEM 1420 (3 credits). No pre-approved lab credit.
Chemistry AS, H1 CHEM 1000T (3 credits)
Classical Studies A, H2 CLAS 2010 (3 credits). No credit for grade of C or lower.
Economics A, H2 ECON 2010 (3 credits) and ECON 2020 (3 credits); No credit for grades of C or lower.
Economics AS, H1 ECON 1000T (3 credits)
English Language and Literature ENGL 1000T (6 credits)
English Literature ENGL 1000T (3 credits)
French Confer with the Foreign Language Coordinator for recommendation (434) 924-4629
Further Math A, H2 MATH 2000T (3 credits)
Geography A, H2 EVSC 1010 (3 credits)
German Confer with the Foreign Language Coordinator for recommendation (434) 924-6694
Government and Politics Pre-U PLAP 1000T (3 credits) and PLCP 1000T (3 credits)
History A, H2 For grades of A or B only – HIST 2000T (6 credits). No credit for grades of C or lower.
History AS, H1 For grades of A or B only – HIST 1000T (3 credits). No credit for grades of C or lower.
Mathematics A, H2 MATH 1310 (4 credits), STAT 1100 (3 credits)
Mathematics AS, H1 MATH 1000T (3 credits)
Media Studies A, H2 For grades of A or B only - MDST 1000T (3 credits); No credit for grade of C or lower.
Physics A, H2 PHYS 2010 (4 credits), PHYS 2030 (1 credits)
PHYS 2020 (4 credits), PHYS 2040 (1 credits)
Physics AS, H1 PHYS 1000T (4 credits)
Psychology A, H2 PSYC 2000T (3 credits)
Spanish Confer with the Foreign Language Coordinator for recommendation (434) 924-4646
* Cambridge is discontinuing the Pre-U exam program in 2023.
** Students who plan to transfer to the School of Commerce should contact Rebecca Leonard for placement in COMM 2010 and 2020.
Note: No credit is offered for Law. For other examinations, students must obtain syllabi for the course(s) for which they wish to obtain credit, and confer with the dean's office of the relevant undergraduate school and the appropriate department undergraduate director.
Writing Students who scored 560 or below on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section of the SAT or a 21 or below on the ACT English test must take ENWR 1505 (fall) and ENWR 1506 (spring). Students scoring between 570 and 730 on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the SAT or between 22 and 35 on the English portion of the ACT should register for ENWR 1510 (see the Writing Program web site details on whether to enroll in fall or spring).
FWR Plus: Students scoring a 740 or above on the SAT's Evidence-Based Reading and Writing test or a 36 on the ACT English test may complete a First Writing Requirement Advance course: ENWR 2510, 2000-level ENLT, or ENCW 2300 or 2600. These students must also submit a FWR-Plus form to the Writing Program office.
Foreign Language The College of Arts and Sciences requires foreign language proficiency equivalent to four semesters of college language study. Most language courses follow the sequence 1010, 1020, 2010, 2020 through the first four semesters. Language placement is determined by the following SAT II subject test scores:
440 or below French 1010
450-530 French 1020
400 or below German 1010
410 - 500 German 1020
410 or below Italian 1010
420-510 Italian 1020
480 or below Latin 1010
490 - 570 Latin 1030
410 or below Spanish 1010
420 - 510 Spanish 1020
Other Language (1)
(1) Students who have taken an SAT II test in one of these three languages and received a score below the cut off should consult the departmental language coordinator for placement. Students whose SAT II scores in Modern Hebrew exempt them from the language requirement may not take any of the College's courses in Biblical Hebrew for credit.
The International Baccalaureate (IB)
The undergraduate schools of the University offer possible credit for scores of 5, 6, or 7 on many higher-level IB examinations. No credit is awarded for standard-level examinations. Upon departmental recommendation, one or two semesters of introductory-level credit may be awarded. Scores below the minimum qualifying score on the higher-level exam may be sufficient for higher-level placement, but no credit will be awarded. Such advanced placement decisions must be made by the appropriate department. Completion of the IB diploma program is not used to determine credit eligibility; credit is based on examination subject scores alone. The undergraduate schools of the University only accept IB scores sent directly from IB North America, www.ibo.org.
Pre-approved departmental equivalencies for qualifying higher-level IB examination scores are listed below; for all other examinations, obtain syllabi for the course(s) and confer with the dean's office of the relevant undergraduate school and the appropriate departmental undergraduate director.
Subject Score Course Exemption Credits
7 3000-level course to be determined by dept.
7 ARTS 1000T 3
Biology 6, or 7 BIOL 2100, 2200 8
Business & Management 6 or 7 COMM 1800 4
Chemistry 5, 6, or 7 CHEM 1410, 1420 6
Chinese (including Mandarin) A, B 5, 6, or 7 Confer with the Foreign Language Coordinator for recommendation, (434) 982-2304
Computer Science 5 CS 1110 3
Computer Science 6 or 7 CS 1110, 2110 6
Economics 5, 6, or 7 ECON 2010, 2020 6
English A 5, 6, or 7 ENGL 1000T 3
English B - No credit -
Environmental Systems 5, 6, or 7 EVSC 1000T 3
French A1 or A2 5 or Higher FREN 2010 and 2020 (with placement into FREN 3031) 6
French B 5 or 6 FREN 2010 (with placement into FREN 2020) 3
7 FREN 2010 and FREN 2020 (with placement into FREN 3031) 6
German A 5, 6, or 7 GERM 2010, 2020 6
German B 5 or 6 GERM 2010 3
7 GERM 2010, 2020 6
Geography 5, 6, or 7 EVSC 1000T 3
Greek 5, 6, or 7 GREE 2020 3
History 6 HIST 2000T 3
7 HIST 2000T 6
Italian A 5, 6, or 7 ITAL 2010, 2020 6
Japanese A or B Confer with the Asian Language Placement Coordinator for recommendation, (434) 924-4642
Language A: Language & Literature 5, 6, or 7 ENGL 1000T 3
Latin 5, 6, or 7 LATI 2020 3
Mathematics (1) 5, 6, or 7 MATH 1310, 2000T 3
Music 5, 6, or 7 Confer with the Undergraduate Director for recommendation, (434) 924-3052
Philosophy 6 or 7
PHIL 1000T
Physics 5, 6, or 7 PHYS 2010, 2020 8
Pilipino A 5, 6, or 7 AMEL 2000T 6
Portuguese A 5, 6, or 7 PORT 1110, 2120 8
Portuguese B 5 or 6 PORT 1110 4
7 PORT 1110, 2120 8
Psychology 4, 5, 6, or 7 PSYC 1010 3
Social & Cultural Anthropology 5, 6, or 7 ANTH 1010 3
Spanish A 5, 6, or 7 SPAN 2010, 2020, 3010 6
Spanish B 5 or 6 SPAN 2010 3
7 SPAN 2010, 2020 6
Theater Arts 4 3 credits received for DRAM 1010
The College of Arts and Sciences offers possible advanced-standing credit for certain CLEP examinations. Pre-approved departmental equivalencies for qualifying CLEP examination scores are listed below.
Examination Score Course Exemption Credits
American Literature 64+ ENGL 1000T 3
Analyzing & Interpreting Literature 64+ ENGL 1000T 3
Calculus 64+ MATH 1210 3
English Literature 64+ ENGL 1000T 3
History of the United States I 63+ HIST 1000T 3
History of the United States II 63+ HIST 1000T 3
Introductory sociology 63+ SOC 1000T 3
Western Civilization I 63+ HIST 1000T 3
Western Civilization II 63+ HIST 1000T 3
Various schools/units of the University offer possible advanced standing or academic credit for military-related experience. Unless otherwise noted, the term "military-related students" includes active duty, reservists, (honorably discharged) veterans, and Virginia National Guard. Eligible students are responsible for seeking advanced standing or academic credit opportunities for which they are eligible. Questions regarding academic credit for military education and training may be directed to the Veterans' Affairs Coordinator (ureg@virginia.edu) in the Office of the University Registrar.
Defense Language Institute (DLI): For undergraduates who have completed a course of study at DLI, the College of Arts and Sciences offers possible advanced-standing credit in the foreign languages. The College awards up to 12 language-specific credits in a foreign language offered by the University – 6 credits of elementary and 6 credits of intermediate foreign language instruction. For foreign languages not offered by the University, the College awards up to 12 general credits. In both instances, the 12 credits satisfy the foreign language requirement of the College.
Portfolio Evaluation: Military-related students may present prior learning acquired through military service for possible academic credit in the Departments of Air Science, Military Science, and Naval Science. Such portfolio evaluation will be conducted, in cooperation with the Office of the University Registrar, using appropriate evaluation criteria, including those recommended by unit commanders and Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) faculty, the ROTC Affairs Committee, the American Council on Education (ACE), the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF), and/or the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL).
The University of Virginia has a holistic admission process, seeking outstanding students from throughout the United States and abroad. The Committee on Admission endeavors to provide the University community with an academically able, diverse, talented, and creative student body. In addition, the University seeks students who provide evidence of personal integrity.
The committee seeks to balance the strength of a national student body with the importance of a university education for Virginia's best students. It does not otherwise enforce geographical quotas or observe geographical limitations. The committee does not consider financial need when it evaluates applicants; however, the University is committed to increasing the number of low-income students in the undergraduate classes through AccessUVA.
Students coming directly from a secondary school to the University are admitted in the fall semester to one of five undergraduate schools: the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Engineering and Applied Science, the School of Architecture, the School of Nursing, or the Kinesiology program in the Curry School of Education and Human Development. These schools also admit transfer students. After two academic years of college-level work here or elsewhere, students may apply to the McIntire School of Commerce or Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy. The Curry School also admits students to programs in Kinesiology, Communication Disorders, and Youth and Social Innovation after two years of college work. The Office of Admission receives and reviews applications for all six undergraduate schools and distributes information on all undergraduate schools. Each school enforces its own college course requirements for transfer applicants. Transfer applicants should consult the Office of Admission website for current descriptions of requirements: www.admission.virginia.edu/transfer.
The Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy offers the following degrees: Master of Public Policy, an accelerated Master of Public Policy, a Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and Leadership, and Dual Degree Programs. For more information about admission and degree requirements, see the Batten School for Leadership and Public Policy section of this Record.
Typically, the most important factor in the admission evaluation process is demonstrated academic achievement in a challenging secondary school program. Outstanding grades, good performance in Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate or honors courses, and superior standardized test scores are valued in the process. The admission committee looks for applicants who have completed the most rigorous academic courses available in their secondary schools and recommends that prospective students should exceed minimum high school graduation requirements. We require an official transcript. The secondary program should include no fewer than 16 academic courses and must include the following courses:
Science (from among biology, chemistry, and physics) 2 units (*)
(*) If applying to the School of Engineering and Applied Science, three units, including chemistry and physics, are strongly recommended. Also, foreign language is recommended, but not required for admission to the School of Engineering and Applied Science.
Because full-time students at the University take five academic courses each term, the committee recommends that students take no fewer than four, and preferably five, academic courses (English, math, social science, science, and foreign language) each year in grades nine through twelve. The committee examines the extracurricular activities, special talents and interests, background, and the applicant's ability to write effectively. Two letters of recommendation, from the secondary school counselor and one academic teacher of the student's choice, are required.
University of Virginia uses the Common Application. All applications must be submitted by the application deadline with a non-refundable application fee of $70. Candidates seeking an application fee waiver can receive one by answering the related questions on the Common Application.
First-year students can apply to University of Virginia through Early Decision, Early Action, or Regular Decision. Early Decision is a binding program with an October 15th deadline and a mid-December notification. Students who choose the Early Decision process must withdraw all other applications if admitted and submit their enrollment deposit by January 1st. Applying Early Action to UVA is a non-binding, nonrestrictive admission plan. Students who apply Early Action may also apply to other institutions. Early Decision and Early Action students be admitted, denied admission, or deferred until the Regular Decision process. The Regular Decision deadline is January 1st and the admission committee will notify applicants of their decision by April 1. During Regular Decision, the admission committee may offer admission, deny admission or offer a spot on the waiting list. Those students who are admitted under Early Action or Regular Decision will have until May 1 to make their deposit and reserve a seat in the first-year class.
The committee requires SAT I or ACT scores from first-year applicants. Students in countries that do not offer these tests may request a waiver by emailing testingwaiver@virginia.edu. Results of these tests should be self-reported on the Common Application. If the student is admitted and chooses to enroll, official scores reports must be submitted to verify the self-reported scores. The last recommended test dates are one month prior to the chosen application deadline. Scores received after the deadline may be uploaded through the student portal. Applicants should consult the testing agency websites for the appropriate registration deadlines, which generally precede the test dates by several weeks.
Decisions are posted in the student's portal. Those applicants who are offered admission are mailed a paper copy of the admission letter. Upon accepted their offer of admission, students will pay a $400 tuition deposit to guarantee space in the entering class. This deposit is not refundable.
Common Application available online.
Transfer application deadline for January transfer.* Applies to College Arts & Sciences, Architectural History and Urban and Environmental Planning only.
Deadline for Early Decision applications and for receipt of $70 non-refundable deposit.
Deadline for Early Action applications and for receipt of $70 non-refundable application fee.
Tentative notification date for January transfer.
Mid-December
Notification date for Early Decision applicants.
Deadline for all Regular Decision applications and for receipt of $70 non-refundable application fee.
Notification date for Early Action applicants.
Deadline for fall transfer applications (all schools).
Postmark deadline for completed financial aid paperwork. FAFSA and CSS/PROFILE.
Notification date for Regular Decision applicants.
Transfer student financial aid deadline.
Approximate date of notification for fall transfer applicants.
Reply date for first-year candidates accepting offers of admission. Non-refundable $400 deposit also due.
Reply date for transfer candidates accepting offers of admission. Non-refundable $400 deposit also due.
The Office of Admission does not offer personal interviews. However, the office welcomes visitors to the Grounds. In the spring, summer, and early fall, information sessions are normally held twice a day during the week; in the summer and early fall, an additional session is held on Saturday mornings. During the winter, sessions are held once a day, Monday through Friday. When classes are in session, the University Guide Service conducts tours of the Grounds following each information session. In addition, some school and department specific tours are offered. To register for information sessions and/or tours, please see the Plan a Visit page on the Office of Admission website at http://www.admission.virginia.edu/visit. All admission sessions and tours of the University are accessible to individuals using wheelchairs. You may request an interpreter for the hearing impaired or request a wheelchair when registering online.
In each entering first-year class a relatively small group of students who demonstrate superior academic talent in the sciences and math are invited to the College Science Scholars (CSS) Program. Students also may be invited to the CSS program by the Program Directors at the start of their second year, after review of nominations by professors who observe outstanding performance by individuals in their science courses or laboratories.
First year students in the CSS Program meet weekly in small seminar settings with world-renowned scientists from the departments of Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, and Statistics in order to enhance the formation of student-professor research relationships. The program is designed to give each student individual attention and close interaction with research faculty. Scholars have a science faculty member serving as their advisor/mentor from the very beginning of their program of study. All participants have the opportunity to become a member of a research lab or group as early as the first semester so that advanced research experience can begin quickly. CSS students in their second year also attend a series of informal seminars, discussions, and laboratory tours, in order to further develop their relationships with faculty researchers.
Scholars are expected to major or minor in one of the nine science or math departments. They are expected to attend all weekly seminars during their first year, a prescribed number of the second-year events, and then occasional CSS events thereafter, including intellectual development and mentoring activities. CSS students should actively engage in research early in their academic career (and absolutely be conducting research by the end of the summer following their second year), and demonstrate exemplary progress within their science/math curriculum, with a cumulative GPA of 3.40 or above.
There is no application procedure for the program; students are selected during the admissions process, or they are nominated by their professors before their second year. First Year College Science Scholars live together with Echols and Rodman Scholars in order to enhance students' living experiences within a scientific community. For details see http://college.artsandsciences.virginia.edu/css and sciencescholars.as.virginia.edu.
Students entering the College of Arts and Sciences who took dual-enrollment courses in high school should have a transcript, from the credit-awarding college or university, sent to the University of Virginia, College of Arts and Sciences, Monroe Hall, P.O. Box 400133, Charlottesville, VA 22904-4133. The dean's office in the College evaluates each transcript, and the student may check with his or her faculty advisor upon arrival to see what credit has been earned. Dual-enrollment courses may not be used to meet the first writing or foreign language requirements.
From each entering class, approximately 235-250 students who exhibit exceptional academic talent and self-direction are invited, to enter the Echols Scholars Program in the College of Arts and Sciences. The program provides a combination of opportunities and freedom for the scholars. First-year Echols Scholars live together with the Rodman Scholars of the Engineering School in designated dorms. All Echols Scholars are to live in these select dorms. Echols Scholars have priority registration, within their year, for the courses they choose, as well as access to a special interdisciplinary Echols Majors Program; select faculty from across the disciplines serve as advisors to the scholars; and Echols Scholars are exempt from the foreign language, second writing, and area requirements. An e-mail network provides communication to and among the scholars, and an Echols council of students offers a variety of social and intellectual programs. The Echols program has its own director and academic dean.
All first-year applicants to the College of Arts and Sciences are automatically considered for the Echols program by the Office of Admissions prior to their entrance into the University. Although there are no absolute criteria for selection, Echols Scholars generally come from the top five percent of the entering class and are avid learners who demonstrate intellectual and personal liveliness as well as strong academic performance. They will have done very well in the strongest programs their schools offer. First year students not chosen for the program upon entry into the University may apply to the Echols program in their second semester of residence. Applicants transferring to the University of Virginia are also considered for the Echols Scholars program by the Office of Admissions.
The Jefferson Scholars Foundation awards scholarships on the basis of personal merit to approximately 30-35 outstanding students each year. Selection of Jefferson Scholars begins with nominations from secondary schools in geographical areas around the country, as well as participating international schools, due by early December. Every secondary school in the Commonwealth of Virginia is eligible to nominate a student to the competition. The regions outside the Commonwealth are Birmingham, Alabama; Arkansas; San Francisco, California; Colorado; Delaware; Washington, D.C./Suburban Maryland; Atlanta, Georgia; South Georgia/Tallahassee, Florida; Jacksonville, Florida; Tampa, Florida; Chicago, Illinois; Kentucky; Louisiana; Maine; Maryland; Boston, Massachusetts; Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota; Mississippi; Kansas City, Missouri; St. Louis, Missouri; Northern New Jersey; Buffalo, New York; Long Island, New York; New York City, New York; Westchester, New York/Fairfield, Connecticut; Charlotte, North Carolina; Piedmont Triad, North Carolina; Cincinnati, Ohio/Northern Kentucky; Northeast Ohio; Portland, Oregon; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Pittsburgh/Western Pennsylvania; Rhode Island; Central and Upstate South Carolina; Lowcountry South Carolina/Georgia; Eastern Tennessee; Memphis, Tennessee; Nashville, Tennessee; Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas; Houston, Texas; Seattle Washington, West Virginia; Wyoming; London, England; and International. In addition, with the cooperation of the University's Office of Admission, all Early Action applicants to the University who attend secondary schools not participating in the geographical regions and all applicants to the Schools of Nursing, Engineering, and Architecture are screened as potential Jefferson Scholar candidates. Candidates are reviewed by the Foundation's regional selection committees, and finalists from all areas assemble at the University in March for four days of interviews, seminars, exams, and social activities. The sole criteria for selection are demonstrated excellence and exceptional potential in the Jeffersonian ideals of leadership, scholarship, and citizenship. Scholarship recipients receive an amount designed to cover the entire cost of attending the University for four years. For further information, contact the Jefferson Scholars Foundation, Post Office Box 400891, 112 Clarke Court, Charlottesville, VA 22904-4891; jeffsch@virginia.edu; 434-243-9029; www.jeffersonscholars.org.
Named for Walter S. Rodman, Dean of the School of Engineering and Applied Science from 1933 to 1946, the Rodman Scholars Program in the School of Engineering and Applied Science selects students on the basis of demonstrated and potential leadership qualities as well as scholarship. Participation is by invitation only. First year students will have opportunity to apply during fall semester. The program emphasizes the first year of study, in which Scholars take special courses in engineering design and professional practice. The first-year scholars live in a dormitory set aside for Rodman Scholars and Echols Scholars of the College of Arts and Sciences.
The four year graduation rate for students who entered the University as first-years in Fall 2014 is 89%. Some undergraduate students decide to take a leave of absence for a semester or longer for example, to travel, work, take advantage of other opportunities, or for other personal reasons. Many of these students later return to the University and graduate. The six year graduation rate for students who entered the University as first-years in Fall 2012 is 94%.
In the College of Arts and Sciences, "special student" has a particular meaning; see "Special Students" in the College of Arts and Sciences section of this Record for more information.
Individuals may enroll in on-Grounds courses at the University on a part-time basis, without applying to a degree program, by registering as a Community Scholar through the School of Continuing and Professional Studies. Refer to the Community Scholar Program in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies section of this Record for guidelines. Admission as a Community Scholar does not imply or guarantee admission to a degree program in an undergraduate or graduate school of the University.
The School of Continuing and Professional Studies offers a part-time Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (B.I.S.) program and a Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Sciences Management (BPHM) program. For information about admission to these programs see the School of Continuing and Professional Studies section of this Record.
Since 1826, as principal to its core mission, when the first international student was enrolled, the University of Virginia has accepted a commitment to providing opportunities to citizens from all areas of the world to study, teach, and share the atmosphere of a multilingual, multicultural university founded on principles of academic freedom, innovation, and curiosity. The University considers the admission of qualified students from every country an integral part of its educational program. International students enhance the life of the University and contribute to the education and personal growth of American students and faculty.
Language Requirement In addition to meeting the admission requirements outlined in previous sections, international students must have an excellent command of the English language in order to enroll at the University. In general, UVA does not conduct classes and exams in languages other than English, and it does not accept papers submitted in a non-English language. Applicants whose first language is not English are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam unless they are specifically exempted by the graduate school to which they apply. Exemptions are generally only granted if the applicant has graduated from an accredited university where English is the language of instruction and has obtained the English language skills needed to succeed in graduate studies.
A TOEFL or IELTS score should not be more than two years old. Depending on the school, most admitted graduate students attain a minimum total score of 90 on the internet-based (iBT) TOEFL (including sectional minimums of 22 in speaking, 22 in writing, 23 in reading and 23 in listening). The minimum paper-based TOEFL score requirement is usually 600, and the minimum IELTS score requirement is 7.0.
Some schools and departments may require higher scores for admission and/or set other rules regarding TOEFL/IELTS exemptions. Potential applicants should consult individual schools early in the admissions process for their TOEFL/IELTS requirements.
All incoming (new) graduate students whose first language is one other than English are required to take the University of Virginia English Language Proficiency Exam (UVELPE) unless they have been exempted from TOEFL or IELTS. The UVELPE is administered by the Center for American English Language and Culture (CAELC) in July and December with limited overflow in August. The exam consists of three portions: writing, grammar/vocabulary, and oral English. Information about the UVELPE and testing registration is available at caelc.virginia.edu.
All prospective graduate teaching assistants whose first language is one other than English are required to take the oral portion of the University of Virginia English Language Proficiency Exam (UVELPE) described above. There are no exemptions. Any student exempt from submitting a TOEFL/IELTS for their UVA admission will need to take a standalone UVELPE Oral test if they are being considered for a graduate teaching assistantship. Candidates for the standalone UVELPE Oral test are identified by their department. Information about this standalone option and testing registration is available at caelc.virginia.edu/assessment. Whether the oral English portion is taken as a standalone test, or as part of the full UVELPE, a score of at least 55 is required for permission to begin teaching. Students that score below 55 must complete recommended oral English training in order to be eligible to teach.
Visa Information The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has authorized the University of Virginia to issue visa documents appropriate for the F-1 (student) and J-1 (exchange visitor) non-immigrant status. Following academic admission to a University degree program, the International Studies Office reviews the language, financial and visa qualifications of the applicant. If all documentation is in order, a "Certificate of Eligibility" (Form I-20 or Form DS-2019) may be issued to the prospective student upon request. In order to apply for a visa and to apply for entry into the United States as a student, Form I-20 or Form DS-2019 must be submitted to a U.S. Consulate, along with a passport and other indications of purpose while in the United States. This Certificate of Eligibility may also be used for the application to change status from within the U.S., if already present in a qualifying status. The University does not issue a Certificate of Eligibility for part-time study or continuing and professional studies courses. Admitted students should email the International Studies Office at issp@virginia.edu with further inquiries
Most students enter the United States using an F-1 visa. The J-1 visa is appropriate for exchange students or students receiving a significant portion of their financial support from a government agency or international foundation. Students in the United States on F-1 and J-1 status must maintain full-time student status during the fall and spring semesters, as well as the summer session if summer constitutes the first or last semester of enrollment. Only those international students who are maintaining valid and lawful status in the U.S. which permits full-time study at a college or university will be permitted to enroll full-time at the University of Virginia.
All non-immigrant visas carry restrictions about employment and length of stay in the United States. Students are advised to carefully understand their particular status. Students must be willing and able to abide by the regulations for the visa status they are given. U.S. visa regulations are subject to frequent change and re-interpretation. It is the foreign national's responsibility to keep him or herself informed of all current visa regulations and to maintain valid status according to all U.S. immigration laws and regulations.
Tuition/Fees Most non-immigrant students pay the out-of-state full tuition rate.
Living Expenses The estimated cost for housing, food, books and supplies, and health and personal items is more than $19,426 per academic year for a single student, not including the additional costs for health insurance. This does not include travel expenses to and from the United States, tourist excursions, furniture, or luxury items, such as automobiles and computer equipment. Basic expenses for the support of dependents (husband/wife/children) living in Charlottesville are additional.
Financial Certification Eligibility for a student or exchange visitor visa requires that the applicant demonstrate sufficient financial resources for every year of a full course of study. The International Studies Office requires an acceptable financial guarantee prior to issuing the "Certificate of Eligibility." While the established minimum is considered sufficient for a basic, comfortable existence, it may not be adequate to maintain the lifestyle to which a student is accustomed.
Financial Assistance Financial awards are normally not furnished to undergraduates. If students must have full financial support to study abroad, they should investigate the possibility of awards offered through home governments, international foundations, and other sources.
Transfer of Funds The transfer of funds from the student's home country to the United States may be governed by restrictions. The applicant should be fully informed of the local regulations and process for transfer. Since there may be a considerable delay in the process of transfer, early planning is vital. University expenses must be paid at the beginning of each semester. To avoid unnecessary problems, students are advised to bring sufficient funds with them to pay for start up costs on arrival. This may amount to several thousand dollars and should be in the form of traveler's or cashier's checks in U.S. currency. Students are strongly advised to open an account with a local bank in Charlottesville in order to accept transferred funds from home.
Employment The University of Virginia cannot issue visa documents to an international student who is unable to show evidence of adequate financial support for the duration of their studies. U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) restricts the employment of non-immigrant students and scholars. Work without prior ISO and DHS authorization is prohibited and may carry severe penalties.
Family Considerations Due to the high cost of living in Charlottesville, students wishing to bring their dependent families must give thorough consideration to the added expense. Because dependents are not generally permitted to accept employment, students should adequately consider this when anticipating supporting a family while studying at the University.
Health Care and Insurance Medical care in the United States is very expensive and paid for privately. To protect against a possible medical debt arising from the need for emergency or sustained medical treatment, all students are required to purchase a comprehensive health insurance plan in accordance with the University Hard Waiver Policy. Family coverage is more expensive but is strongly recommended.
University students who are enrolled full time and pay the Comprehensive Fees may use the out-patient medical facilities of the University's Student Health department without additional charge. Family members are not eligible to participate. The University Hospital is located conveniently on Grounds, and has extensive emergency facilities as well as private physicians and clinics for specialists and routine family care.
All students are subject to the University's Hard Waiver health insurance policy. Please refer to http://www.virginia.edu/studenthealth/insurance.html for full details of your obligations under this policy.

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month, observed in October, was established to raise awareness and reduce the numbers of those abused.
MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan.–October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In observance of this, this article discusses one citizen Airman's experience to shed light on this issue.
This was my life for more than two years. We had known each other since 2010.The abuse didn't start until a year after marrying in 2012, after I confronted him about an infidelity. Looking back on that first incident, I still think it was my fault. He had told me he wanted to leave, stay with a friend that night, but I thought we should talk it out. My insistence on discussion led to being pinned down on the couch by my throat–he only stopped because I briefly lost consciousness. Episodes like this continued sporadically. I feel it was this inconsistency that lead me to believe I wasn't really being abused.
The next morning, as I traced my fingers over the thick bruises on my neck and arms, my husband apologized, but stated that I should get counseling for my issues that led him to his infidelity.
At the time, I thought the events of the night before were a fluke. He had never laid a hand on me in the three years that I had known him, and as crazy as it sounds, it seemed like he had a valid point about my "issues." I had separated from active-duty Air Force a few months prior, and though I was still a reservist, my confidence was rattled when I was unable to find a full-time job that matched the pride and stability my active-duty job had afforded me.
For a while, we were back to normal, and seemed to be coping with our issues, until we went out for beers with friends four months later. I made the "mistake" of mentioning how upset I still was over his infidelity, as well as other acts of adultery I'd learned of from mutual friends.
When we got home, our discussion quickly escalated into an argument. Feeling frustrated, I tried to walk away. He responded by grasping my hair and dragging me across the floor.
Things calmed for a few months after this. And though my husband ceased his sessions with our couples' counselor, life seemed to be back to normal until my depression over my job status crept over me again.
The last incident occurred a year ago. I had come home from a friend's wedding he was unable to attend. I don't remember what led to the altercation, but I remember the blow to my face–mainly because it caused me to black out. When I awoke five minutes later, the situation only worsened when he strangled me after I'd tried to run away. This left a mark, a particularly large one across the left side of my face. I remember the next day at work I kept hoping someone would notice, but no one did. It dawned on me then that even if they had noticed; would they honestly want to believe my husband was capable of abuse?
Prior to this last hit, I had always convinced myself these events weren't really abuse, mainly because they didn't happen every day. I compared my situation to people that I felt had suffered "real domestic abuse." They lived in fear every day, while I didn't know when to expect it. Though the events did cause bodily harm, the frequency wasn't enough to be "real" abuse–at least not to me.
It wasn't until I spoke to my best friend two weeks later that I realized the severity of the situation I was in.
One year later, I am fortunate that I am out of and safe from my abusive situation. I don't tell this story because I want pity. Like most service members, I've survived my share of deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan. I tell this story because the real danger of domestic violence is not the injuries your abuser inflicts on you. The real danger is how long you are willing to ignore it.