If you are interested in attending an open house, but do not have transportation
or if you are interested in visiting a particular school or career that does not have a listed visit/open house..
Many Minnesota Private colleges offer holiday events that are open to the public. This is a great way to explore college options and have a fun time as well!
December 5, 2025
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at our biggest concert event of the year. The Emmy Award-winning Concordia Christmas Concert features The Concordia Orchestra and all of Concordia's choirs, along with a newly created mural. This VIP experience includes:
A behind-the-scenes look at the concert set design with mural artist Paul Johnson.
An on-stage lighting showcase experience led by campus lighting director Bryan Duncan.
A dive into the music of the Concordia Christmas Concert with director Dr. Michael Culloton.
Four complimentary tickets to the Concordia Christmas Concert.
Schedule for Friday, Dec. 5
5:15-5:30 p.m. | Check-In
5:30-6:15 p.m. | VIP Tour
6:15-7 p.m. | Reception with Music Faculty
7-7:30 p.m. | Ticket Pickup
7:30-9 p.m. | Christmas Concert Performance
December 6, 2025
9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at our biggest concert event of the year. The Emmy Award-winning Concordia Christmas Concert features The Concordia Orchestra and all of Concordia's choirs, along with a newly created mural. This VIP experience includes:
A behind-the-scenes look at the concert set design with mural artist Paul Johnson.
An on-stage lighting showcase experience led by campus lighting director Bryan Duncan.
A dive into the music of the Concordia Christmas Concert with director Dr. Michael Culloton.
Four complimentary tickets to the Concordia Christmas Concert.
Schedule for Saturday, Dec. 6
9:30-10:30 a.m. | Campus Tour (optional)
10:30-11 a.m. | Admission Presentation (optional)
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | VIP Tour
12:30-1:30 p.m. | Lunch in Anderson Commons
1:30-2 p.m. | Ticket Pickup
2-3:30 p.m. | Christmas Concert Performance
February 16, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Come visit campus on one of our Saturday events, where you will learn about the University and the admission process, hear from a panel of current students, and join a student-led campus tour.
We'll help sort out everything on your mind: choosing majors, paying for college, locating housing, achieving success after high school, and planning your future. You'll get to see what campus life is like, meet others making the same decisions you are, and get the inside scoop on preparing for college.
Schedule of events:
9:00am - 10:00am: Campus Resource Fair & Check-In (Centennial Student Union)
10:00am - 10:45am: Information Session & Student Panel (Centennial Student Union)
10:45am - 12:00pm: Campus Tour
12:00pm - 1:00pm: Lunch (University Dining Center)
February 16, 2026
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Discover more about the University of Minnesota Rochester by attending a campus visit day! Discovery Days consist of:
Residential Life Tour of the Student Life Center
Admissions Overview Presentation
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences Program, application materials, residential life and more!
Academic Program Breakout Sessions
Campus Tour
Important Visit Information:
Each prospective student must complete the registration form.
We encourage you to register at least one week in advance so that we may try to meet your requests.
If you have any questions please contact the Office of Admissions at 1-877-280-4699 or email ApplyUMR@umn.edu.
February 21, 2025
8:45 am - 1:00 pm
Engineering at NDSU is about solving problems and building the future. Join us to learn more about programs designed for doing, including Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering & Management, Information Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, and General Engineering.
February 28, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Come visit campus on one of our Saturday events, where you will learn about the University and the admission process, hear from a panel of current students, and join a student-led campus tour.
We'll help sort out everything on your mind: choosing majors, paying for college, locating housing, achieving success after high school, and planning your future. You'll get to see what campus life is like, meet others making the same decisions you are, and get the inside scoop on preparing for college.
Schedule of events:
9:00am - 10:00am: Campus Resource Fair & Check-In (Centennial Student Union)
10:00am - 10:45am: Information Session & Student Panel (Centennial Student Union)
10:45am - 12:00pm: Campus Tour
12:00pm - 1:00pm: Lunch (University Dining Center)
March 20, 2026
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
We're excited to have you on campus and want one of your first experiences to be entertaining and productive. As a junior in high school, you're facing some serious decisions regarding your choices for higher education. This event is made to introduce you to the many opportunities available as a Waldorf Warrior and provide insight into your future options. You'll be able to explore campus, meet current students, visit with faculty and staff, learn about our athletic and performing arts programs, and learn about available scholarships.
March 25, 2026
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Join us on Wednesday, October 29, 3:30-6:00 p.m. for an Open House at SCTCC. Check out our Health Sciences & Nursing programs. Register below to save your spot!
Our visitors will be able to take a self-guided tour
Staff will be stationed throughout the College to guide visitors and will have maps, snacks, and more information
Instructors will showcase their programs with hands-on and informational activities
Student service areas will provide information about support they offer to SCTCC students
Families are Welcome!
March 28, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Come visit campus on one of our Saturday events, where you will learn about the University and the admission process, hear from a panel of current students, and join a student-led campus tour.
We'll help sort out everything on your mind: choosing majors, paying for college, locating housing, achieving success after high school, and planning your future. You'll get to see what campus life is like, meet others making the same decisions you are, and get the inside scoop on preparing for college.
Schedule of events:
9:00am - 10:00am: Campus Resource Fair & Check-In (Centennial Student Union)
10:00am - 10:45am: Information Session & Student Panel (Centennial Student Union)
10:45am - 12:00pm: Campus Tour
12:00pm - 1:00pm: Lunch (University Dining Center)
March 30, 2026
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Would you consider yourself a gamer? Interested to know the behind the scenes work that goes into game development? Ever consider working in the gaming industry as a designer, programmer, storyteller, or beta tester?
Checking out DSU’s Game Faire might just be the thing for you! Visitors not only get to interact with faculty and students, but they will get a hands-on experience and demo our very own students’ games.
March 31, 2026
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Join us on Wednesday, October 29, 3:30-6:00 p.m. for an Open House at SCTCC. Check out our Health Sciences & Nursing programs. Register below to save your spot!
Our visitors will be able to take a self-guided tour
Staff will be stationed throughout the College to guide visitors and will have maps, snacks, and more information
Instructors will showcase their programs with hands-on and informational activities
Student service areas will provide information about support they offer to SCTCC students
Families are Welcome!
Thursday April 9th
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Attend the Open House to:
At this event you can:
-Learn more about our degree options, student resources, and admissions steps.
-Apply for admission and we will waive the $20 fee!
-Visit with faculty, staff, and current students
-Tour campus
-Participate in one or more breakout sessions
-Learn about the admissions process
-Entered to win a $500 Scholarship
Check-in at the Center for Business & Technology (CBT). Parking is free on campus, please park on the East side of campus by CBT, enter Door 12. See www.nhcc.edu/maps for a campus map and location for parking.
You can arrive anytime that's convenient for you during the event. However, keep in mind breakout sessions will begin at a specific time and you should arrive 15 minutes early to check-in. Check out the Open House website for breakout session information. Open House starts at 3pm and ends at 6:30pm - be sure to give yourself enough time to experience NHCC!
April 11, 2025
8:45 am - 1:00 pm
Engineering at NDSU is about solving problems and building the future. Join us to learn more about programs designed for doing, including Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering & Management, Information Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, and General Engineering.
April 18, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Come visit campus on one of our Saturday events, where you will learn about the University and the admission process, hear from a panel of current students, and join a student-led campus tour.
We'll help sort out everything on your mind: choosing majors, paying for college, locating housing, achieving success after high school, and planning your future. You'll get to see what campus life is like, meet others making the same decisions you are, and get the inside scoop on preparing for college.
Schedule of events:
9:00am - 10:00am: Campus Resource Fair & Check-In (Centennial Student Union)
10:00am - 10:45am: Information Session & Student Panel (Centennial Student Union)
10:45am - 12:00pm: Campus Tour
12:00pm - 1:00pm: Lunch (University Dining Center)
Start your college search strong, juniors - this event is just for you! Learn about what life as a Katie is like by experiencing campus, hear from current students, and see campus with a tour. Open to high school juniors.
April 25, 2026
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Discover more about the University of Minnesota Rochester by attending a campus visit day! Discovery Days consist of:
Residential Life Tour of the Student Life Center
Admissions Overview Presentation
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences Program, application materials, residential life and more!
Academic Program Breakout Sessions
Campus Tour
Important Visit Information:
Each prospective student must complete the registration form.
We encourage you to register at least one week in advance so that we may try to meet your requests.
If you have any questions please contact the Office of Admissions at 1-877-280-4699 or email ApplyUMR@umn.edu.