<p>I'm a little confused about the whole DOTL thing. I've been to UVa a few times and plan on going to DOTL on the 18th but what do we really do there? It starts at 8 am and ends when? How many classes can I see? I'd like to meet some kids but I get the feel that everyone will want to check out classes. Will I be able to ask the professors questions or will real classes be going on? I wish there was like a DOTL FAQ section somewhere on CC...</p>
<p>P.S. I'm looking to major in Comp Sci (CAS) or Bio. Can anyone give me an example of a typical Comp Sci or Bio First-Year schedule so I can try to schedule to see some of those classes? Thanks everyone.</p>
<p>I went to DOTL on the 7th, and I’m also majoring in CS next year. (In the BA program, I’m assuming for you). What I did was schedule a meeting with David Evans (who is in charge of the BA program) and that was really helpful in making my decision. </p>
<p>I went to two classes - French 201 and CS 201. The thing about the french class was that they were having exams - but they were oral exams so it was still interesting and I got to ask the teacher questions afterwards. </p>
<p>I went to CS 201, which was Software Development Methods, and its also one of the required classes (though you can swap it for 205 if you want). When I went to class, I went up and introduced myself to the professor, and asked if it was all right if I sat in. The class was great - and when I raised my hand to ask a question (about representing more complex data types in xml format) he called on me and answered my question like he did for everyone else. I talked with him for a bit afterwards about stuff like which classes he teaches and what kind of computer he recommends, and he was really helpful. </p>
<p>We left around 1, went to the bookstore for merchandise, and headed straight home to send my check. </p>
<p>You can also eat lunch (free lunch!) with a current UVa student at one of three dining halls. You can also go see one of the dorms. There are also info sessions/talks for the specific schools such as the College of Arts and Sciences and the Engineering School, financial aid presentations, etc. Most importantly though, you get to walk around campus, ask questions, and decide if UVa is the place for you!</p>
<p>there are links on the page. MAKE SURE YOU REGISTER beforahand so UVa can plan accordingly.</p>
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<p>…you can turn in your check directly to the Office of Admissions. It seems impractical to go to UVa and then go home so you can mail something to UVa.</p>
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whenever you want. there is no strict schedule you need to follow. It’s like college: there are a number of things you can do but it’s up to you to figure out what you want to be involved in.
as many as you want. just give yourself a little time to get between classes and plan for tours if you want to go on them.</p>
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<p>you will be sitting in on real classes. DO NOT TAKE YOUR PARENTS/SIBLINGS TO CLASSES. these are meant for students only. therefore, i would not disturb the class. If you have some pressing questions that you would like to ask the professor, ask them after the class has finished. Just walk up and introduce yourself. After the opening speech, you can also attend a faculty panel but the questions they address are much more generalized and do not apply to specific majors; this may not be what you are looking for.</p>
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<p>here’s a a sample schedule provided by UVa. the key word is sample.</p>
<p>Technically, the Days on the Lawn organizers say that you can only sign up/register for one class when you get there in the morning. You’re given a sticker with the class info on it. If you want to attend more classes, you can go to Peabody Hall, the Office of Admissions, to sign up/register for classes after 10 am. Hope this helps and enjoy your visit!</p>
<p>Also, take individual tours of the school you’re interested. For most, it’s the College, so that doesn’t apply to them. But SEAS, A-school, and I’m pretty sure Curry and McIntire all offer their own tours. TAKE THEM! SEAS tours are at 1pm daily Monday-Saturday, but throughout DOTL, there are tours at 11am and 1pm on Mondays/Fridays. These are lighter, student-run tours, and often can shed a different light on what might be your four years here.</p>
<p>Well, since I’m not 18, I can’t write checks. Or at least that’s what my bank tells me. I had to go home to get someone who COULD write a check. </p>
<p>Just one more month though, and I’ll be able to do all that fun stuff like vote and sign legal documents.</p>
your bank is lying!!! I’ve been able to write checks for a while but I just use my credit card. (especially since I get rewards with my card. :D) My mom was trying to figure out how to pay the tuition deposit with a credit card AFTER I paid with a check…mom, always good for a laugh.</p>
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<p>Sorry, I wasn’t specific enough. I meant register for the whole event (like DOTL on April __) beforehand.</p>
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I had to go home to get someone who COULD write a check. </p>