For the fourth consecutive year, the Princeton Review has ranked the University of Virginia the No. 1 public school for financial aid. In its Best Value Colleges for 2024 rankings, the educational services company recognized UVA as the No. 3 best-value public university and the No. 4 public school when it comes to career placement. The review also named the University the No. 4 best-value college for students who do not qualify for financial aid.