Comcast Business tapped to build private wireless network for the University of Virginia

The new neutral host deployment enhances connectivity for UVA students, faculty, and guests.
May 12, 2025
3 min read

Comcast Business has deployed its Private Wireless Network solution at the University of Virginia (UVA) in Charlottesville, VA, marking its growing presence in the burgeoning in-building wireless market.

Developed in collaboration with Druid Software and Airspan Networks, this new offering integrates directly with cellular operators and enhances wireless connectivity for students, faculty, and visitors.

One notable aspect of the new wireless system is that it uses Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) Spectrum to provide high-performance cellular voice and data service in areas with high traffic and challenging indoor environments.

Operating as a Neutral Host network, Comcast’s Private Wireless Network supports multiple wireless carriers and service providers, for seamless connectivity for all mobile users on UVA Grounds, regardless of their carrier.

Multi-carrier focus

With Multi-Operator Core Network (MOCN) capabilities, this solution ensures that users experience reliable access for voice, data, and video applications across a broad range of devices.

Leveraging cloud infrastructure and advanced wireless equipment allows the solution to scale easily to meet UVA’s growing bandwidth needs.

Evidence of its work in wireless was seen in the first quarter.

During the provider's first-quarter earnings call, Michael Cavanagh, president of Comcast, said it saw continued growth in its wireless base.

“We accelerated wireless net line additions to 323,000 in the quarter, both an improvement year-over-year and sequentially, bringing our total wireless lines to 8.1 million,” he said.

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