Event Category: MD students

We look forward to celebrating this milestone with the Class of 2025! A livestream of the ceremony is available here.

This is a ticketed event. Students, faculty, and staff should check their email for registration information.

Schedule of Events:

8:30 a.m. – Class meeting and breakfast, hosted by the UVA Medical Alumni Association, at the Claude Moore Medical Education Building (students only)

10:00 a.m. – Toast and class photo on steps of Old Cabell Hall

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Match Day Ceremony

We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2029 at the 2025 White Coat Ceremony, endowed by the Class of 1965. This is a ticketed event and registration is required. Students and faculty will receive additional information and registration forms this summer.

FAQs:

Do I need a ticket?

All ceremony attendees will need a ticket, which will be given directly to students (for themselves and their guests) in advance of the ceremony. For those unable to attend the ceremony in-person, a livestream recording will be available.

What time should I arrive?

Doors open at 3pm and the ceremony will begin at 4pm. We recommend arriving no later than 3:45pm.  General seating for guests is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Where should I sit?

All guest seating is first-come, first-serve. Students and faculty who play a role in the ceremony will have assigned/reserved seats and will not be sitting with guests. If you requested accessible seating for a guest, additional information will be provided.

What is the dress code?

The dress code is business casual.

Where is Old Cabell Hall?

Old Cabell Hall is at the south end of the Lawn. Here is a map of Central Grounds for reference. Walking directions are provided at the bottom of this email. It is approximately a .25 mile walk (~5-7 minutes) from the Central Grounds Garage to Old Cabell Hall.

Are photos allowed?

Yes. We have planned for a professional photographer to take pictures of the event, as well as group photos of each college up on the steps of Old Cabell Hall after the ceremony, which will be free and published online for you to download and share with family after the event.  The photographer will not be taking a picture of every single student as they receive their white coat. Family/friends are not permitted to block aisles, but are welcome to take photos from their seats throughout the ceremony.

Will food and beverage be available?

Food and beverages are prohibited in Old Cabell Hall. However, we welcome all attendees to join us for a reception of light refreshments after the ceremony in the Newcomb Hall Ballroom.

Parking and Driving Directions to Central Grounds Parking Garage

Paid guest parking will be available in the Central Grounds Parking Garage, located at 400 Emmet Street South. Please use instructions at the garage for payment processing. Handicapped parking is available both inside and just outside of the Central Grounds Garage, as well as scattered throughout Grounds.  Please review this map for accessibility routes and parking information.

From North via US Route 29 South

• Take US Rt. 29 South until you drive under the US 250 Bypass.
• Remain on US Rt. 29 South Business (Emmet St.) and continue past the intersection with US Rt. 250 Business (University Ave/Ivy Rd).
• Continue 1/2 block.
• Turn left into the University of Virginia Central Grounds Parking Garage (hourly fees), which is directly in front of Newcomb Hall.

From South via US Route 29 North

• Follow US Rt. 29 North and take the off ramp for Rt. 250 East Business (Ivy Rd.).
• Turn right off the exit ramp and follow Ivy Rd.
• At the fourth traffic light, turn right on Rt. 29 Business/Emmet St.
• Continue 1/2 block.
• Turn left into the University of Virginia Central Grounds Parking Garage (hourly fees), which is directly in front of Newcomb Hall.

From I-64 (East and West)

• Take exit 118B for the Rt. 29/250 Bypass.
• Go approximately 2 miles and take the off ramp for Rt. 250 East Business (Ivy Rd.).
• Turn right off the exit ramp and follow Ivy Rd.
• At the fourth traffic light, turn right onto Rt. 29 Business/Emmet St.
• Continue 1/2 block.
• Turn left into the University of Virginia Central Grounds Parking Garage (hourly fees), which is directly in front of Newcomb Hall.

Join alumnus Andy Lee, MD’89 as he discusses what ophthalmology (and other programs!) are looking for in residency applicants.

This event will take place in Room G-165 (conference room next to the Simulation Center).

Bagels and coffee will be provided.

Registration is required.