Its in a super pretty area, and for us NOVA people its in state so the price is... manageable. I agree its hard to justify anything besides in state schools with the tuition. I would've loved to go to a place where it actually snows but sadly they are 2 to 3 times the price. Anyways, If you ever have any questions about it I'll be able to tell you some answers next year! Some of my friends are going to UMD and they keep telling me the food will be better there than at UVA so maybe try that on her.