About Darden - Events Calendar

Join members of Darden’s Graduate Women in Business (GWIB) chapter for an informal question and answer session. Learn more about the case method style of learning and how to determine if Darden is your best fit. All prospective students are welcome to attend.

The Blue Ridge Finance Workshop will be held on Friday, September 19, from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, followed by a post-conference drinks/snacks reception.

An event for recent graduates to working professionals to explore UVA’s programs —across all formats and
locations—with insights from school and program representatives. 

 Join an admissions representative and the PhD program director as they talk about what it really looks like once you join the program. We encourage you to come with questions!

Do you have specific questions about your Full-Time MBA Application or the Darden Experience? Take advantage of this opportunity to be face-to-face with an Admissions Committee member and a small group of fellow applicants. Network with future classmates and get your specific questions answered.       

Join DC-area alumni and prospective students for a vibrant networking event with Dean Scott Beardsley, featuring school updates and shared insights from the Darden community.

Are you an undergraduate student considering an MBA in your future? Join us for an engaging information session to learn more about the University of Virginia Darden School of Business’s Future Year Scholars Program (FYSP)—a unique deferred enrollment opportunity for exceptional college students.

During this session, you’ll hear directly from members of the Darden Admissions team as they provide an overview of the program, including eligibility, application tips, and how deferring your MBA can fit into your long-term career goals. Whether you're certain about pursuing an MBA or just exploring your options, this is a great chance to discover how Darden’s top-ranked MBA and the FYSP can position you for success.

Join Darden in the Washington, D.C. area for Let’s Do the Extraordinary!, an innovative global event series celebrating the impact of our students, faculty, staff and alumni. Experience the energy of Darden’s unique culture through an evening of connection, insight and inspiration at our metropolitan Grounds — UVA Darden DC Metro in Rosslyn. Hear from Darden Vice Dean Melissa Thomas-Hunt on the “State of the School” and network with alumni, staff and school leaders. Admissions representatives will also be on hand to share guidance and answer your questions.

Join Katherine Alford, Director of Admissions for the University of Virginia Darden School of Business' Future Year Scholars Program, for an engaging conversation about the value of an MBA and the unique benefits of deferred enrollment. Whether you're considering business school in the future or just exploring your options, this session will provide valuable insight into how an MBA can accelerate your career and expand your impact—no matter your undergraduate major or career goals.

Katherine will share details about Darden’s Future Year Scholars Program, which offers undergraduate and fifth-year master’s students the opportunity to secure a spot in a top-ranked MBA program before gaining work experience. Learn how this flexible and competitive pathway can give you a head start on your graduate business education—and why investing in an MBA might be the most transformative decision of your professional life.

Bring your questions and curiosity—we look forward to connecting!