Student Life

You'll spend September through January in Charlottesville. Located in Central Virginia just two and a half hours south of Washington, DC, the city offers the best of both worlds: the charm and intimacy of a historic small town coupled with the vibrant culture and creative energy of a booming city. On UVA’s Grounds, a robust NCAA Division I Athletics program draws fans from across the region to watch teams compete in football, basketball, and more, while nearby Shenandoah National Park provides easy access to hiking trails and recreational activities along the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains. A thriving collection of world-class entertainment, arts, culinary, and nightlife scenes draw students, locals, and visitors alike to the town’s inviting Downtown Mall.

Our proximity to Washington, DC, means you can reach our nation's capital by car or train. And, if you're looking to go farther afield, Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) and Amtrak (CVS) make it easy to travel anywhere.

Berlin is a vibrant city known for its rich history, diverse culture, and innovative spirit. It offers world-class universities, a thriving job market, and a dynamic startup scene. With affordable living costs, excellent public transport, and a welcoming international community, Berlin is ideal for students and professionals alike.

You will choose to support an organization whose mission speaks to you or work with one of more than 20 ESMT Berlin partner groups around the world, including CSR departments in for-profit companies, NGOs, local nonprofit organizations, social entrepreneurship ventures, and a host of innovative companies launching products or services to support the neediest members of society, such as microfinance initiatives.

We're here to help you reach your goals. From academic guidance, career preparation, to physical and mental support, our faculty and staff are available with open minds and open doors. From the start of your journey at UVA, through your time spent at ESMT, everyone is committed to your academic success and helping you reach your goals.

McIntire Resources:

• Student Services
• Career Support

Like you, your classmates are highly motivated, dynamic team players who know that the success of growth strategies relies on addition, not division. As you learn and travel together, you’ll be sharing experiences with a group of likeminded future leaders who bring diverse perspectives from across the world. And with nearly a dozen nationalities represented in a typical cohort, you’ll have access to your future global network right from the very start.