Darden Essays & Deadlines 2022-2023

Essay #1: Given that you will be forming lifelong connections with your classmates that extend beyond the classroom, what is important for your classmates to know about you that is not on your resumé? (200 words)

Essay #2: Please describe a tangible example that illuminates your experience promoting an inclusive environment and what you would bring to creating an inclusive global community at Darden. (300 words)

Essay #3: At this time how would you describe your short-term, post-MBA goal in terms of industry, function, geography, company size and/or mission and how does it align with the long-term vision you have for your career? (200 words)

Short Answer Question #1: What are you excited to explore in Charlottesville? (25 words)

Short Answer Question #2: Darden has an incredible network of alumni and partners around the world, and, in a typical year, the School connects with over 80 countries. If you could choose any location in the world, where would you want to travel? (5 words) And why? (50 words)

Application Deadlines:

Early Action- September 8th, 2022

Round 1- October 5th, 2022

Round 2- January 5th, 2023

Round 3- April 5th, 2023