In February 2026, Darden School of Busines MBA admission events calendar includes a total of 10 events, comprising 7 virtual events and 3 in-person events, offering prospective students a mix of online engagement and face-to-face interaction with the Darden School of Business.
Virtual Events
The virtual events feature several recurring formats designed to support applicants at different stages of the process. Full-Time MBA Ask Us Anything sessions will be held on February 10, 17, and 24, giving candidates the opportunity to engage in small-group discussions with members of the Darden Admissions Committee and ask questions about the application process and the Darden experience.
Full-Time MBA Overview sessions are scheduled for February 19 and 23, providing a high-level introduction to the program structure and curriculum, followed by a brief Q&A for early-stage applicants.
In addition, The MBA Connection: Applying in the Final Round will take place on February 18, bringing together admissions representatives from multiple top business schools to share late-round application strategies, while ‘Office Hours’ with Professor Scott Miller on February 20 will offer a faculty-led, thought leadership discussion focused on the case method and real-world issues.
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In-Person Events
The in-person events in February focus on campus and regional outreach. On February 20, prospective students can attend the Friday Chat and Tour on the Darden campus in Charlottesville, featuring a small-group conversation with an admissions committee member and a guided campus tour.
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Essay 3: Careers With Purpose: 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)
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Darden will also participate in Top Business Schools Present in Boston on February 25 at Harvard Business School, an MBA fair that includes panel discussions and networking with admissions representatives from leading global programs. The month concludes with the Darden MBA Coffee Chat on February 27 in Hanoi, where candidates can engage informally with a Darden admissions representative to learn more about the program’s experiential learning model and close-knit community.
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10-Feb-26 | Full-Time MBA Ask Us Anything | Prospective students can join this small-group, in-person session with a Darden Admissions Committee member to ask questions about the Full-Time MBA application, learn about the Darden experience, and network with fellow applicants. | Virtual |
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17-Feb-26 | Full-Time MBA Ask Us Anything | Prospective students can join this small-group, in-person session with a Darden Admissions Committee member to ask questions about the Full-Time MBA application, learn about the Darden experience, and network with fellow applicants. | Virtual |
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18-Feb-26 | The MBA Connection: Applying in the Final Round | Prospective students can join admissions representatives from seven top business schools, including Darden, for a virtual session offering expert guidance on crafting a strong MBA application, followed by school-specific breakout discussions. | Virtual |
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19-Feb-26 | Full-Time MBA Overview | Prospective students can join this session to receive an overview of Darden’s Full-Time MBA Program, followed by a brief Q&A. It is designed for those who are early in their application process. | Virtual |
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20-Feb-26 | Friday Chat and Tour | Prospective students can join Merav Frazier from the Admissions Committee for a small group chat and campus tour at Darden, gaining insights into the application process and the case method learning style. | In-Person |
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20-Feb-26 | 'Office Hours' with Professor Scott Miller, Presented by Ideas to Action | Prospective students can join this virtual office hours session to engage with Professor Scott Miller in a faculty-led thought leadership discussion. The event will feature insights into the case method, real-world economic and societal topics, and conclude with an interactive Q&A. | Virtual |
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23-Feb-26 | Full-Time MBA Overview | Prospective students can join this session to receive an overview of Darden’s Full-Time MBA Program, followed by a brief Q&A. It is designed for those who are early in their application process. | Virtual |
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24-Feb-26 | Full-Time MBA Ask Us Anything | Prospective students can join this small-group, in-person session with a Darden Admissions Committee member to ask questions about the Full-Time MBA application, learn about the Darden experience, and network with fellow applicants. | Virtual |
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25-Feb-26 | Top Business Schools Present in Boston | Prospective students can attend this in-person MBA fair at Harvard Business School to engage with admissions representatives from leading global business schools. The event will feature a panel discussion on the MBA experience, followed by a networking reception offering opportunities to connect directly with schools and learn about their programs. | In-Person |
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27-Feb-26 | [In-Person] Darden MBA Coffee Chat: Hanoi | Prospective MBA students can join admission representative from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business for an informal discussion in Hanoi. This session offers insights into the Darden experience, including its emphasis on experiential learning, a close-knit community, and lasting professional relationships. | In-Person |
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