UVA Darden Class of 2028 Application; Adds AI, Data Analytics & Decision Sciences Concentration
UVA Darden has opened the Full-Time MBA application for the Class of 2028 (August 2026 start) and introduced a new concentration in Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics & Decision Sciences, aligning the curriculum with growing employer demand for tech-enabled leadership skills. Early Action and Rounds 1–3 deadlines for the 2025–26 cycle are live, alongside a full slate of applicant events.
What’s new
- Application live for the Class of 2028 (August 2026 enrollment) with Early Action and Rounds 1–3 deadlines posted and open-house events scheduled.
- New AI, Data Analytics & Decision Sciences concentration offering a curated pathway across 25 courses, with a minimum of six to complete.
- Program leadership updates underscore continued emphasis on academic innovation and cross-program rigor.
Why it matters
Darden’s AI-focused concentration equips MBAs to integrate analytics and emerging technologies into strategy and operations—skills increasingly expected by employers. With deadlines published, candidates can plan early to maximize scholarship consideration and interview access.
Deadlines (2025–26 cycle)
- Early Action: 4 September 2025
- Round 1: 1 October 2025
- Round 2: 7 January 2026
- Round 3: 1 April 2026
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