Dear incoming first years, welcome to UVA! As you embark on this exciting journey, the Batten Admissions Team is here to guide you through the endless opportunities available. Dive into our programs, from the Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and Leadership to our specialized minors, and discover what makes Batten unique. Don't miss out on our events, ambassador-led office hours, and our weekly newsletter, Batten Beginnings, to stay in the loop. We’re thrilled to support you as you explore, engage, and excel in your first year and beyond!

Batten is thrilled to welcome 72 new students to our Public Policy & Leadership minor, and 45 students into the Social Entrepreneurship minor, representing a wide array of backgrounds and academic interests. This year’s cohort includes students ready to make a significant impact in their fields. Read on to learn more about our incoming classes of minors

Are you about to start your first or second year at UVA and feeling uncertain about the best path for you? Dive into our latest blog post from the Batten Admissions team! Discover essential tips and strategies to kick off your fall semester with confidence, especially if you're eyeing a future at the Batten School.

Ready to take your first steps into the world of policy? Discover how the Bridge to Batten program can transform your journey with a dynamic CR/NC seminar, expert guidance from Batten faculty and staff, and continuous mentorship opportunities from current Batten students. Read on to hear from 2024 Teaching Fellow, Wyatt Carter, about what makes Bridge to Batten so special. 

As we break for the summer, the Batten Office of Admission reflects on this year’s events and provides tips to help you prepare for next year’s application cycle. 

With shopping carts open and course enrollment for the fall on your mind, the Admissions team is sharing helpful tips and classes to consider as you prepare for application to the Batten School.

It’s that time again! With course enrollment for the spring on your mind, the Admissions team is sharing helpful tips and classes to consider as you prepare for application to the Batten School.

As we prepare for the fall semester, there are a number of ways you can connect with members of the admissions team to learn more about the Batten School.

Are you still looking for a fall class and are interested in trying out a Batten class? Read on to see what courses are still available for the fall semester!

We are often asked, so what exactly is social entrepreneurship? Our SE Fellows are here to help demystify the term and introduce you to a program aimed at preparing the next generation of leaders to tackle the world’s toughest social problems.