Future Year Scholars

The Future Year Scholars Program offers deferred MBA enrollment for college seniors and eligible master’s students to secure admission before beginning their careers. Learn about the 2026–27 application, deadlines, upcoming events and more!

Applying to UVA Darden’s Future Year Scholars Program? Discover final-round application tips, key deadlines, and expert advice to strengthen your deferred MBA application and stand out to the Admissions Committee.

Meet the newest UVA Darden Future Year Scholars and explore the 2025 class profile, featuring diverse backgrounds, academic achievements and future MBA leaders.

Explore whether deferred enrollment is right for you and learn how UVA Darden’s Future Year Scholars Program helps students secure early admission to a top MBA program.