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Program-Specific Information

Along with the rest of the University of Virginia, Darden holds classes in person and most operations are at their full pre-pandemic capacity. The University and Darden will continue to monitor the pandemic and respond to any developments with appropriate policy changes.

Read the latest UVA vaccine guidance.

Program leaders for the Full-Time MBA, Executive MBA, Master of Science in business analytics (MSBA) and Executive Education provide the latest updates to students and participants. Use the program tabs below to find resources with general information.

  • Full-Time MBA

    During the 2021–22 Academic Year, all UVA students, faculty, and staff were required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination and boosters unless they were a granted religious or medical exemption. These requirements were discontinued for students and Academic Division employees in early 2022. Read the latest UVA vaccine guidance.

    Current students should refer to Canvas or email [email protected] for academic calendar-related information.

    Prospective students should visit the full-time MBA website or Schedule a Conversation with a member of the Admissions team.  

    For the latest academic calendar, visit Darden’s Office of the Registrar webpage.  

  • Executive MBA

    During the 2021–22 Academic Year, all UVA students, faculty, and staff were required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination and boosters unless they were a granted religious or medical exemption. These requirements were discontinued for students and Academic Division employees in early 2022. Read the latest UVA vaccine guidance.

    Current Executive MBA students should refer to Canvas or email [email protected].

    Prospective students should visit the Executive MBA website or Schedule a Conversation with a member of the Admissions team.  

    For the latest academic calendar, visit Darden’s Office of the Registrar webpage.  

  • Master of Science in Business Analytics

    During the 2021–22 Academic Year, all UVA students, faculty, and staff were required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination and boosters unless they were a granted religious or medical exemption. These requirements were discontinued for students and Academic Division employees in early 2022. Read the latest UVA vaccine guidance.

    Current students should refer to the MSBA Student Portal or schedule a time to connect with a member of the MSBA team.

    Prospective students should visit the MSBA website or Schedule an Advising Call with a member of the Admissions team. 

  • Executive Education & Lifelong Learning

    Darden Executive Education & Lifelong Learning programs are being held online and on Darden Grounds in Charlottesville and the Washington, D.C., metro area. Custom programs will be developed for in-person, virtual or hybrid delivery based on the needs of each client.

    There are currently no limitations on the size of gatherings or events, no restrictions on visitors, and no requirements for social distancing at UVA, Darden Grounds in Charlottesville or UVA Darden DC Metro. Executive Education participants are highly encouraged, but not required, to receive a COVID-19 vaccine before attending an in-person program. Masks are optional while on Darden grounds and during off-site program activities. If you are unvaccinated, please wear a mask while on any Darden-provided transportation.

    If you are exhibiting any symptoms consistent with COVID-19, do not come to class or program activities, notify your Program Manager of your absence, and you are encouraged to seek medical attention.

    For information about upcoming in-person, online and hybrid programs, visit the Executive Education website.

    Executive Education inquiries may be directed to [email protected]