International MBA Community
Darden is a global school that thrives on the contributions from its diverse student population. The resources below will help you learn more about the international student experience.
Connect with Current
International Students
Global perspectives add invaluable dimension and depth to class discussions, enhancing all students’ understanding of the global business environment. To learn about the international student experience firsthand, feel free to reach out to one of our international student ambassadors. Several U.S. students and alumni have also made themselves available for questions from prospective students.
International Student Views
Watch the following videos to learn more about life at Darden as an international student:
Student Organizations
A variety of Darden student organizations focus specifically on global issues. These organizations provide an opportunity for students to connect with other members of the Darden community who share similar interests in global business affairs. Activities of the student-run clubs include organizing conferences, sponsoring speakers, and planning extracurricular events that highlight foreign cultures and economies. For a list of both Darden and University of Virginia international clubs, visit the International Student Organizations web page. A sample of recent events organized by Darden’s international student organizations include:
Career Advancement
Darden’s Career Development Center is committed to assisting students with every stage of their career search. Denise Karaoli, Assistant Director of International Programs and Opportunities, is specifically dedicated to helping international students, as well as U.S. students interested in working abroad, by identifying, pursuing, and securing positions that meet their career goals.
Global Academic Opportunities
Visit the Global Academic Opportunities web page to learn more about exchange programs, as well as Global Business Experiences, weeklong courses held every March that enable students to explore international business issues in countries outside of the United States. Watch the following video to get an international student’s impressions of the GBEs:
The Charlottesville Community
International students are welcomed to Charlottesville with a special reception and orientation before classes begin. The Office of Student Affairs directs a program for incoming international students to cover important details about living and studying in the United States, and to help with relocation. The Darden Partners Association (DPA) offers support and social activities to make everyone feel welcome during their time in Charlottesville.
Recently ranked as the best place to live in the United States by USA Today, Charlottesville offers the amenities of a large city while maintaining the aesthetic charm of a small town that is comfortable, friendly, and easy-to-navigate. The city’s central East Coast location makes it easily accessible to other major cities such as Washington, D.C., and New York.
Admissions and Financial Aid Resources
For Admissions, Financial Aid, and scholarship information specific to international students, visit International Applicant Information and Financial Aid International Students.