Does UVA Require the CSS Profile?
UVA requires the CSS Profile for first-year institutional need-based aid and uses CSS code 5820. Its current 2027–28 guide has one March 1 deadline across admission plans, separates federal-only filing, and points eligible Virginia non-FAFSA filers to VASA.
CSS Profile
RequiredFirst-year U.S. citizens and eligible noncitizens seeking all forms of UVA need-based aid submit the CSS Profile and FAFSA. Virginia students who cannot file the FAFSA may use the VASA application, while federal-only applicants submit only the FAFSA.
CSS school code
5820UVA's CSS Profile code is 5820. Use that code to send the form to University of Virginia.
Published financial aid deadlines
These are the school's currently published 2027–28 dates. A late or updated application cycle can use different dates, so confirm the deadline shown in your applicant portal.
Which parent files?
When biological or adoptive parents are divorced, separated, never married, and living apart, UVA requires a CSS Profile from both living parents. A parent unable to participate may be considered through UVA's noncustodial-parent waiver process, which takes approximately two weeks to review.
Documents and next steps
Use UVA CSS code 5820 and FAFSA code 003745. After both applications arrive, check the SIS To Do List for requested parent or student tax documents. UVA may also send an IDOC request by email, so applicants should submit supporting records only through the route UVA identifies.
Official sources for this answer
- UVA 2027–28 first-year financial aid instructions (checked August 2, 2026)
- UVA divorced and separated parent guidance (checked August 2, 2026)
Common questions
Does UVA require the CSS Profile?
Yes. UVA requires the CSS Profile for first-year institutional need-based aid and uses CSS code 5820. Its current 2027–28 guide has one March 1 deadline across admission plans, separates federal-only filing, and points eligible Virginia non-FAFSA filers to VASA.
What is UVA's CSS Profile code?
UVA's CSS Profile code is 5820. Use that code to send the form to University of Virginia.
When is UVA's financial aid deadline?
All first-year admission plans: March 1, 2027.
Is the FAFSA enough for UVA?
Not for UVA's institutional aid. Eligible students should file the FAFSA for federal aid, but UVA uses the CSS Profile separately to evaluate its own need-based funding.
Estimate the rest of your aid
The CSS Profile does not tell you what federal aid you may receive. Estimate that separately, then compare the result with each college's net price and your outside scholarship options.