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To register, click on the button below.</p></div><a class="button" href="https://ugadmission.northwestern.edu/portal/visit">Register for a campus visit</a></article><article class="feature-box"><img alt="" src="../../images/visit/segal-vc.jpg"/><div class="feature-copy"><h3>Self-guided campus tour</h3><p>If you are unable to join us for a guided campus tour, or you are interested in exploring campus on your own, we encourage you to follow our self-guided tour. The self-guided tour includes a robust guide to campus buildings and academic information, an extended tour route just like our student guides would provide, and stories from over 20 Northwestern students!</p> <p>Visitors can head over to the <a href="https://www.northwestern.edu/campus-life/visiting-campus/segal-visitors.html">Segal Visitors Center</a> vestibule, open 24 hours a day, to register for a self-guided visit and download a copy of the tour. In addition, during normal business hours, admissions officers and current students are available in the main lobby of the Visitors Center to assist you at the front desk and answer any questions.</p></div><a class="button" href="https://admissions.northwestern.edu/docs/northwestern-self-guided-tour-2024.pdf">Download Self-Guided Campus Tour</a></article></div><a id="school"></a></section><section><h2>Join an Academic Overview</h2><p>While you are on campus, get to know our academic community. Representatives from Northwestern’s six distinct undergraduate schools host information sessions for prospective students, which help you to learn more about the school’s areas of expertise.</p> <p>Availability of sessions varies seasonally; please check the registration calendar to confirm current schedules. Advance registration is required for school-specific programs. <strong>Note</strong>: school-specific sessions do not include a campus tour.</p> <p>Online versions of these program can also be found on our <a href="https://ugadmission.northwestern.edu/portal/school" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Online Undergraduate School Information calendar</a>.</p></section><section><h2>Winter 2025</h2><div class="feature-two-col"><article class="feature-box"><div class="feature-copy"><h3>Bienen School of Music</h3><p><span data-contrast="none">Offered select Mondays and Fridays at 11:45 a.m.</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Located in the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts 2</span><span data-contrast="none">nd</span><span data-contrast="none"> floor: </span><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/7sEugSNTAm1CScq48"><span data-contrast="none">70 Arts Circle Dr., Evanston, IL 60208</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">5-minute walk from the Segal Visitors Center</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Note: This session is intended for prospective music majors.</span></p></div><a class="button" href="https://ugadmission.northwestern.edu/portal/visit">Register for a campus visit</a></article><article class="feature-box"><div class="feature-copy"><h3>School of Communication</h3><p>Offered March 14 and 21 at 3:30 p.m.</p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Located in the Louis Hall 119: </span><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/w8iGFcDb5FHMt5Bn8"><span data-contrast="none">10 Arts Circle Dr., Evanston, IL 60208</span></a></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">5-minute walk from the Segal Visitors Center</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p></div><a class="button" href="https://ugadmission.northwestern.edu/portal/visit">Register for a campus visit</a></article><article class="feature-box"><div class="feature-copy"><h3>School of Education and Social Policy</h3><p>Offered most Mondays and Fridays at 12 and 3:30 p.m., as well as select Thursdays in January at 3:30 p.m.</p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Located in Annenberg Hall 123: </span><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/xxVyxDXv38ubBBgX6"><span data-contrast="none">2120 Campus Dr, Evanston, IL 60208</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">15-minute walk from the Segal Visitors Center, <strong>check in at least 15 minutes before your session</strong>! </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p></div><a class="button" href="https://ugadmission.northwestern.edu/portal/visit">Register for a campus visit</a></article><article class="feature-box"><div class="feature-copy"><h3>McCormick School of Engineering</h3><p>Winter 2025 McCormick School of Engineering sessions will be held virtually.</p></div><a class="button" href="https://ugadmission.northwestern.edu/portal/visit">Register for a campus visit</a></article><article class="feature-box"><div class="feature-copy"><h3>Medill School of Journalism</h3><p><span data-contrast="none">Offered most Fridays at 3:30 p.m.</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Located in Fisk Hall room 115: </span><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/zYmGwUY5mbDxLEKW6"><span data-contrast="none">1845 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL 60208</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">1-minute walk from the Segal Visitors Center</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p></div><a class="button" href="https://ugadmission.northwestern.edu/portal/visit">Register for a campus visit</a></article><article class="feature-box"><div class="feature-copy"><h3>Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences</h3><p>Winter Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences sessions will be held virtually.</p></div><a class="button" href="https://ugadmission.northwestern.edu/portal/visit">Register for a campus visit</a></article></div><a id="affinity"></a></section><section><h2>Attend Affinity-Based Programming</h2><div class="feature-two-col"><article class="feature-box"><div class="feature-copy"><h3>Why Northwestern: Student Experiences Through a Multicultural Lens</h3><p><span data-ogsc="black" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">As part of our ongoing commitment to building a diverse and inclusive community, Northwestern invites prospective students to spend a day on campus, exploring what it means to be a Northwestern undergraduate through a multicultural lens.</span></p> <p><span data-ogsc="black" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">We’ll kick off the day with breakfast, receive insights into the admission and financial aid process, and engage in small group discussions with current students about their<br/>Northwestern experiences. You’ll end the day with lunch and a campus tour, leaving you with a deeper understanding of life at Northwestern.</span></p> <h4><strong>Program Dates and Registration</strong></h4> <p>This year's Why Northwestern was held in October 2024.</p></div><a class="button" href="https://ugadmission.northwestern.edu/register/?id=1bdab69c-a542-42b7-97a9-59b99aa13d9a">Click Here to Register</a></article><article class="feature-box"><div class="feature-copy"><h3>Exploring Northwestern: a Program for First-generation Students and their Families </h3><p>As part of our ongoing commitment to those who will be the first in their family to graduate from college, Northwestern invites first-generation students  and their families to spend a day and explore our collaborative campus community—from the perspective of a first-generation college student.</p> <p><span>At Exploring Northwestern, a panel of current first-generation college students talk candidly about their Northwestern experience, answer students’ questions about how they navigated the admissions process, and share how they adjusted to campus and student life. Attendees will also receive an overview of our admission and financial aid process, attend a essay writing workshop, enjoy lunch on campus, and go on a campus tour. Please note: while we cannot offer travel assistance, lunch will be provided.</span></p> <h4><strong>Program Dates and Registration</strong></h4> <p>This year's Exploring Northwestern was held in October 2024.</p></div><a class="button" href="#">Event has concluded</a></article><article class="feature-box"><div class="feature-copy"><h3>Small Town and Rural Teen University Prep Innovation Intensive</h3><p><span>In partnership with the </span><a href="https://starscollegenetwork.org/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Small Town and Rural Students (STARS) College Network</a><span>, Northwestern’s Office of Undergraduate Admission is excited to team up with </span><a href="https://www.thegarage.northwestern.edu/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The Garage</a><span> to host the Small Town and Rural Teen University Prep Innovation Intensive, or</span><strong><span> </span></strong>START-UP.</p> <p><span>Participants will explore cutting-edge technologies and strategies for building a business or product while experiencing the best of Evanston and our neighboring hub of Chicago. Simultaneously, students will be given deep-dive courses on the college application and financial aid processes at Northwestern.</span></p> <h4><strong>Program Dates and Registration</strong></h4> <p>This year's START-UP program will be held Thursday, June 26 through Saturday, June 28, 2025. Completed applications are due by March 15th, 2025.</p></div><a class="button" href="../programs/start-up.html">Learn More about START-UP</a></article></div><br/> If you are not able to register for an event and would like to visit Northwestern another time, you’re welcome to do! There are lots of ways to engage and connect with Northwestern, including <a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1" data-ogsc="" href="../experience/index.html" rel="noreferrer">online events</a> and <a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2" data-ogsc="" href="https://admissions.northwestern.edu/visit/visit-campus/#campus-tour" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">campus tours</a>. Please sign up for our mailing list <a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="3" data-ogsc="" href="https://ugadmission.northwestern.edu/register/request" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> and contact <a data-linkindex="4" data-ogsc="" href="mailto:ug-admission@northwestern.edu" rel="noopener" target="_blank">ug-admission@northwestern.edu</a> with any questions. If you wish to connect with current students to hear their perspectives, you can <a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="5" data-ogsc="" href="../teams/index.html" rel="noreferrer">contact our student team</a>.</section><section><h2>Explore History, Culture and Community</h2><p>Our general campus tours (both guided and self-guided) provide a thorough introduction to campus facilities, academic opportunities, and student life. For a deeper look at Northwestern’s history and communities, continue to explore campus on your own with the help of the following audio tours.</p><div class="feature-two-col"><article class="feature-box"><img alt="" src="../../images/indigenous.jpg"/><div class="feature-copy"></div><a class="button" href="https://uploads.knightlab.com/storymapjs/ebff084d13358a8bea44028ba1a1bc7a/indigenous-tour-of-northwestern/index.html">View the indigenous tour of Northwestern</a></article><article class="feature-box"><img alt="" src="../../images/art-walk.jpg"/><div class="feature-copy"></div><a class="button" href="https://www.blockmuseum.northwestern.edu/visit/campus-art-walk.html">View the The Block Campus Art Walk</a></article><article class="feature-box"><img alt="" src="../../images/campus-history.jpg"/><div class="feature-copy"></div><a class="button" href="https://sites.northwestern.edu/nuhistorytour/">View the Northwestern History tour</a></article><article class="feature-box"><img alt="" src="../../images/black-student-experience.jpg"/><div class="feature-copy"></div><a class="button" href="https://sites.northwestern.edu/blackexperiencetour/">View The Black Student Experience tour</a></article><article class="feature-box"><img alt="" src="../../images/blog.jpg"/><div class="feature-copy"></div><a class="button" href="https://sites.northwestern.edu/socialjusticetours/sample-page/feminist-campus-tour/">View the Feminist Campus tour</a></article></div><a id="preview"></a></section><section><h2>Ask Questions</h2><div class="feature-two-col"><article class="feature-box"><img alt="" src="../../images/wildcat-claw.jpg"/><div class="feature-copy"><h3>Purple Preview</h3><p>If you are eager to experience life as a Northwestern student, join us for a Purple Preview visit. <strong>This program is geared toward high school seniors</strong>, but also open to interested juniors. You will be paired with a current undergraduate student host, and together, you’ll spend the morning attending class, exploring campus, and learning more about daily student life.</p> <p>To ensure that we can match you with a host, <strong>you must register for a Purple Preview experience at least one week prior to your visit</strong>. Click the button below to view available dates and register.<a id="group"></a></p></div><a class="button" href="https://ugadmission.northwestern.edu/portal/purple_preview">Register for Purple Preview</a></article></div></section><section><h2>Visit with a Group</h2><div class="feature-two-col"><article class="feature-box"><img alt="" src="../../images/Home_OurStudents1.jpg"/><div class="feature-copy"><h3>Large Group Visits</h3>High schools and community based organizations who wish to bring a group of 10 or more high school students to campus can attend a large group campus visit. Based on your group’s schedule and interests, you can take a student-led or self-guided campus tour and connect with current students and admission staff to learn more about Northwestern. Groups with 10 or fewer guests should register all participants individually for campus tours and related programming.</div><a class="button" href="https://ugadmission.northwestern.edu/portal/largegroups">Register for a large group visit</a></article></div></section> </div> </div> </main> <footer> <div class="contain-1120"> <a href="https://www.northwestern.edu/" title="Northwestern University Home"> <div class="footer-logo"><span class="hide-text">Northwestern University Home</span></div> </a> <div class="footer-wrap"> <div class="footer-content contact jos" data-jos_animation="fade-up"><h2>Office of Undergraduate Admission</h2><div class="address"><div class="icon"><span>Address</span></div><div class="text"><p>1801 Hinman Avenue<br/>Evanston, IL 60208</p></div></div><div class="phone"><div class="icon"><span>Phone number</span></div><div class="text"><p>(847) 491-7271</p></div></div><div class="email"><div class="icon"><span>Email address</span></div><div class="text"><p><a href="mailto:ug-admission@northwestern.edu">ug-admission@northwestern.edu</a></p></div></div></div><div class="footer-content connect jos" data-jos_animation="fade-up"><h2>Connect</h2><a class="social youtube" href="https://www.youtube.com/c/NorthwesternAdmissions">YouTube</a><a class="social instagram" href="https://www.instagram.com/northwesternadmissions/">Instagram</a><a class="social tiktok" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@northwesternadmissions">TikTok</a><a class="social facebook" href="https://www.facebook.com/northwesternadmissions">Facebook</a></div> <div class="footer-content resources jos" data-jos_animation="fade-up"> <h2>Northwestern Resources</h2> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.northwestern.edu/facilities/building-campus-access/building-access/">Building Access</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.northwestern.edu/emergency/">Campus Emergency Information</a></li> <li><a href="https://hr.northwestern.edu/careers/">Careers</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.northwestern.edu/contact.html">Contact Northwestern University</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.northwestern.edu/privacy/">Privacy Statement</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.northwestern.edu/report/">Report a Concern</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.northwestern.edu/accessibility/about/report-accessibility-issue.html">Report an Accessibility Issue</a></li> <li><a href="https://policies.northwestern.edu/">University Policies</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <div id="footer-bottom"> <div class="contain-1120"> <span class="copyright">© <script>// <![CDATA[ document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) // ]]></script> Northwestern University</span> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/NorthwesternU"> <span class="social facebook">Facebook</span> </a></li> <li><a href="https://www.twitter.com/northwesternu"> <span class="social twitter">Twitter</span> </a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/northwesternu"> <span class="social instagram">Instagram</span> </a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/NorthwesternU"> <span class="social youtube">YouTube</span> </a></li> <li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@northwestern.u"> <span class="social tiktok">TikTok</span> </a></li> <li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/school/northwestern-university/"> <span class="social linkedin">LinkedIn</span> </a></li> </ul> <span class="right"><a href="https://www.northwestern.edu/disclaimer.html">Disclaimer</a></span> </div> </div> </footer> <script src="https://ajax.googleapis.com/ajax/libs/jquery/3.7.1/jquery.min.js"></script> <script src="https://common.northwestern.edu/dept/3.0/js/scripts.js"></script> <script src="https://common.northwestern.edu/dept/3.0/js/swiper.min.js"></script> <script src="https://common.northwestern.edu/dept/3.0/js/content-slider.js"></script> </body> </html>