Why Darden MBA

  • Bloomberg Businessweek gives Darden an “A+” in career services, teaching quality, critical thinking and leadership skills. Learn more about what makes Darden unique.

  • Darden classes put you in the shoes of executives at real companies. Rather than listening to lectures, you will participate in lively case-based discussions. Watch videos about the Darden case method.

  • Consistently ranked Top 10 by Financial Times and The Princeton Review, Darden professors are known for being highly accessible to students. Learn more.

  • Darden has an exceptionally tight-knit student community and alumni network. We encourage you to reach out to our student and alumni ambassadors to hear more about the Darden experience firsthand.

  • Over 100 companies come to Charlottesville to recruit Darden students each year and hundreds more post opportunities for our students. See why Darden’s Career Development Center is ranked #5 for “Placement Success” by Financial Times.

  • One MBA Degree: Three Formats

    Darden offers one world-class MBA in three formats: the full-time MBA, MBA for Executives and Global MBA for Executives. All are taught through the case method by the same top-ranked faculty using the same core curriculum. Pick the format that's right for you.

  • Weekly Wednesday Admissions Chats

    Darden admissions representatives host weekly online chats from 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. (ET). This is a great opportunity to ask questions about the admissions process and the three formats of the MBA program. To participate, simply log into the chat at 12:30 p.m. on any Wednesday (except for holidays).

  • Darden iPhone App

    Text DARDEN to 88811The Darden iPhone app includes a walking tour of the School and ideas for what to do during your visit to Charlottesville.

    To download,
    text DARDEN to 88811 or visit iTunes.