In October 2025, the Darden School of Business is hosting a total of 19 events, including 5 virtual events and 14 in-person events.
Virtual Events
The virtual events include the Full-Time MBA Ask Us Anything on 16-Oct-25, the Clear Admit Exploring Top Mid-Atlantic MBA Programs on 21-Oct-25, the Top Business Schools Present: The Value of an MBA (5 years out alumni) on 22-Oct-25, the Full-Time MBA Virtual Chat with Student Leaders on 24-Oct-25, and the Life in Charlottesville, Virginia on 28-Oct-25. These sessions allow prospective students to engage in discussions with admissions representatives, explore the Darden experience, learn about the value of an MBA, and gain insights into student life, all through online platforms.
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Essay Editing - Consult with Atul Jose (Essay Specialist, F1GMAT)
The skills that a writer/editor brings to the table are different from what a former admissions officer or a consultant who has limited writing skills brings
Review Skills # Writing Skills
Movie Critics # Movie Directors
For any questions about the service, email me, Atul Jose, at editor@f1gmat.com
As F1GMAT’s Lead Consultant and Essay Specialist, I will help you structure the essay by:
1) Incorporating your Personal Brand
I will help you find unique life experiences that would differentiate you from the highly competitive Darden MBA application pool.
2) Including Storytelling elements
I have developed a keen sense of storytelling from over a decade and a half of editing essays and writing essay examples for F1GMAT’s Essay Guides.
The skills that a writer/editor brings to the table are different from what a former admissions officer or a consultant who has limited writing skills brings
Review Skills # Writing Skills
Movie Critics # Movie Directors
It is easy to comment, but it is tough to structure the essay from the perspective of the applicant and turn the essay into a winning application essay.
3) Aligning with the Culture of the School
A big part of editing and guiding applicants is in educating them about the culture of the school
Some schools have very ‘specific’ traits that they are looking for in an applicant.
If you don’t highlight them and lean towards general leadership or cultural narratives, the essay won’t work.
I will guide you through the writing process.
I will also iteratively edit the essays without losing your original voice.
In-Person Events
The in-person events include multiple campus tours, coffee chats, and regional networking opportunities. Friday Chat and Tour sessions are scheduled on 10-Oct-25 and 17-Oct-25 at Darden’s campus, offering small-group interactions with admissions representatives and insights into the case method.
Download F1GMAT's Darden MBA Essay Guide
Essay 1: Community of Belonging: What would you want your classmates to know about you that is not on your resume? (100 words)
Essay 2: Inclusive Impact: Please describe a tangible example that illuminates your experience promoting an inclusive environment and what you would bring to creating a welcoming, global community at Darden. (300 words)
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)
Related Download: F1GMAT's Darden MBA Essay Guide
Regional networking events include Seattle: Darden Admissions and Alumni Networking Reception on 13-Oct-25, Darden MBA Coffee Chats in Miami (18-Oct-25), Denver (25-Oct-25), and Los Angeles (30-Oct-25), and Darden Prospective Applicant Dinner in Los Angeles (29-Oct-25). Other in-person opportunities include “Office Hours” with Michael Albert on 17-Oct-25, The MBA Tour in Miami (18-Oct-25), Charlotte (21-Oct-25), Denver (25-Oct-25), and San Diego (28-Oct-25), as well as Virtual/Day With Darden programming conducted on 20-Oct-25 and 26-Oct-25, which are delivered in-person at Darden.
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10-Oct-25 | 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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13-Oct-25 | Seattle: Darden Admissions and Alumni Networking Reception | Prospective students can join Darden in Seattle for Let’s Do the Extraordinary!, an evening event at the InterContinental Mark Hopkins showcasing the school’s culture through a mini case with Professor Les Alexander, insights from Senior Assistant Dean of Admissions Dawna Clarke, and networking with alumni, staff, and school leaders. | In-Person |
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16-Oct-25 | 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-Oct-25 | 'Office Hours' with Michael Albert, Presented by Darden Ideas to Action | Prospective students can join “Office Hours” with Professor Michael Albert, hosted by Darden Ideas to Action, to gain insights into his research on data analytics, machine learning, and market design. The session offers a glimpse into Darden’s analytical approach to business education. | In-Person |
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17-Oct-25 | 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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18-Oct-25 | [In-Person] Darden MBA Coffee Chat: Miami, FL | Prospective MBA students can join admission representative from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business for an informal discussion in Miami, FL. 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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18-Oct-25 | The MBA Tour Miami | Prospective students can attend The MBA Tour Miami to meet admissions representatives from top business schools, gain application insights, and network with fellow candidates exploring MBA opportunities. | In-Person |
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20-Oct-25 | Virtual Day With Darden | Prospective students can join the Virtual Day with Darden to experience the school’s signature open-house programming online. Over two days, attendees will engage with the Admissions and Career Center teams, faculty, and current students through sessions featuring a mock case, student life panel, and application tips. | In-Person |
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21-Oct-25 | Clear Admit Exploring Top Mid-Atlantic MBA Programs | Prospective students can join this exclusive virtual webinar hosted by Clear Admit to explore MBA programs in the Mid-Atlantic region. Admissions leaders from Georgetown McDonough, Johns Hopkins Carey, UPenn Wharton, and UVA Darden will discuss how each school leverages its regional strengths, networks, and career opportunities across the I-95 corridor. | Virtual |
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21-Oct-25 | The MBA Tour Charlotte | Prospective students can attend The MBA Tour Charlotte to meet admissions representatives from top business schools, gain application insights, and network with fellow candidates exploring MBA opportunities. | In-Person |
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22-Oct-25 | Top Business Schools Present: The Value of an MBA (5 years out alumni) | Prospective students can connect with Darden and other leading business schools at this virtual session to learn about the value of an MBA, explore Darden's Full-Time MBA program, and engage directly with admissions representatives. | Virtual |
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24-Oct-25 | Full-Time MBA Virtual Chat with Student Leaders | Prospective students are invited to join members of Darden’s Graduate Women in Business (GWIB) chapter for an informal Q&A session to learn about the case method and explore whether Darden is the right fit. | Virtual |
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25-Oct-25 | [In-Person] Full-Time MBA Coffee Chat: Denver, CO | Prospective MBA students can join admission representative from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business for an informal discussion in Denver, CO. 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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25-Oct-25 | The MBA Tour Denver | Prospective students can attend The MBA Tour Denver to meet admissions representatives from top business schools, gain application insights, and network with fellow candidates exploring MBA opportunities. | In-Person |
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26-Oct-25 | Day With Darden | Prospective students can join the Virtual Day with Darden to experience the school’s signature open-house programming online. Over two days, attendees will engage with the Admissions and Career Center teams, faculty, and current students through sessions featuring a mock case, student life panel, and application tips. | In-Person |
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28-Oct-25 | [Webinar] Life in Charlottesville, Virginia | Prospective students can join this virtual session to discover life in Charlottesville, home to the University of Virginia—one of the world’s most prestigious and beautiful campuses. The session will highlight the city’s culture, dining, outdoor activities, and vibrant community, offering a glimpse into the Darden experience beyond the classroom. | Virtual |
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28-Oct-25 | The MBA Tour San Diego | Prospective students can attend The MBA Tour San Diego to meet admissions representatives from top business schools, gain application insights, and network with fellow candidates exploring MBA opportunities. | In-Person |
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29-Oct-25 | [In-Person] Darden Prospective Applicant Dinner - Los Angeles, CA | Prospective students are invited to join Senior Director of Admissions Christian West and local Darden alumni for dinner and conversation, offering the chance to learn more about the Full-Time MBA program and connect with fellow applicants. | In-Person |
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30-Oct-25 | [In-Person] Darden MBA Coffee Chat: Los Angeles, CA | Prospective MBA students can join an admission representative from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business for an informal discussion in Los Angeles, CA. 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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