Student Housing
Leave Your Legacy at Darden: A New Home for Darden Students in Charlottesville
As a top-ranked business school known for its case method learning and a strong emphasis on leadership development, Darden is committed to providing its students with the best possible educational experience. That commitment has inspired Darden to create a new home for students on its Charlottesville Grounds.
In March 2024, the University of Virginia Board of Visitors' Buildings and Grounds Committee approved a schematic design for the Darden Student Housing project. As of September 2024, a construction manager has been selected, and the project is expected to break ground late in fall 2024.
State-of-the-Art Amenities
We're excited to announce the development of a new student housing complex. This project reflects our commitment to creating a vibrant and holistic learning community inspired by Thomas Jefferson's original vision of an Academic Village.
The complex, which will give priority to Full-Time MBA students based in Charlottesville, will feature 218 thoughtfully designed units, providing 348 beds across a mix of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments. Students will enjoy immediate access to the Grounds and state-of-the-art amenities, including:
- Dining facilities
- Study spaces
- Recreational areas
- Landscaped courtyards
Construction Timeline: Fall 2024
Construction is expected to begin in late fall 2024, following the finalization of the design phase and construction management details.
Location & Significance
The new student housing will be located on North Grounds, strategically expanding Darden’s facilities to accommodate 60% of its student population. This project will help address housing shortages in Charlottesville, where 89% of Darden students currently live within walking distance, and 11% commute from further distances.
Why This Matters
By naming a space within our new student housing complex, you're not just investing in a building; you're investing in the future of Darden's renowned community of purpose-driven leaders.
This housing project supports both Darden’s Master Plan and President Ryan’s 2030 Plan, which aims to cultivate the most vibrant community in higher education and offer students an unparalleled experience.
Leave Your Legacy at Darden – Call to Action
We invite you to consider naming a space within our new student housing complex. By doing so, you'll leave a lasting legacy and play a crucial role in shaping the future of the Darden community.
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| House C |
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$12 million |
| House A |
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$10 million |
| Houses B and D |
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$5 million each |
| Garden Spaces |
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$500,000 |
| Meeting Spaces |
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$250,000 each |
Naming Opportunities for apartments will be available at a later date.
For more information, please contact Samantha Hartog, Senior Associate Vice President, Advancement, at HartogS@darden.virginia.edu or +1-434-981-4025.