Darden School of Business

Named for Virginia Governor Colgate Whitehead Darden Jr., the Darden School of Business opened its doors in 1955 as the graduate business school of the University of Virginia, which was founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1819 and is one of the top public universities in the nation and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Darden is aligned with UVA's aspiration to be great and good in all we do.

• The Darden School of Business MBA offers a rigorous full-time program built on case-based learning and leadership development. 
• Darden School of Business MBA requirements include a completed bachelor’s degree, relevant experience, admission essays, interview, and GMAT or GRE scores. 

• Details on Darden School of Business MBA cost are provided directly to admitted applicants.

• Darden School of Business's research centers and initiatives build a community of experts to advance knowledge, offer student experiences, and convene forums with academics and executives to advance business practice.
• Their vibrant research ecosystem ranges in form and function, constantly expanding its knowledge base around topics such as business ethics, entrepreneurship and innovation, globalization, the role of business in society and asset management.

Darden School of Business maintains strong partnerships with leading employers worldwide, giving students access to a robust recruiting network and global career opportunities. Through its employer-relations programs, Darden connects students with top firms in consulting, finance, tech, healthcare and more. 

This network supports excellent MBA career outcomes, helping graduates secure high-quality roles soon after graduation and enabling long-term career growth.