Your college journey starts here!
Explore campus your way this summer.
Get a taste of life at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. Whether you're just starting to think about college or narrowing down your top choices, we offer a variety of visit experiences to fit your needs. From immersive full-day events to quick, customizable tours, there’s something on the menu for every future Gopher.
“I’m serving up visit options for every stage of your college journey!”
—Goldy Gopher
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| Sneak Previews | 🗓️ July 18 & August 1 | Two events with a variety of built-in sessions to get a little bit of everything as you explore the U in depth. Join us for an all-in-one campus visit experience designed to help you see the big picture. These full-day events include tours, student panels, academic breakout sessions, and an info fair, giving you a comprehensive "buffet" of information to check out while you learn about life at the U. | 
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| Enhanced Visits | 🗓️ June–August | Choose your academic “entrée” from a variety of major-specific sessions. Looking to dive deeper into a specific area of study? These visits let you choose an academic theme to explore in more detail, perfect if you already have a field in mind or want to learn more about your options. |
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| Campus Visits | 🗓️ June–August | A bite-sized appetizer and a classic campus tour experience. New to the U? These shorter visits are a great place to start. Enjoy a student-led campus tour, get your questions answered, and start picturing yourself here. No pressure, just a friendly first look at the scene. |
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Choose the visit that satisfies your curiosity—and come hungry for discovery! Please note, no actual food will be served by Goldy during these events, but we welcome you to check out some restaurants in the neighborhood with our Campus & Community Guide to scope out an after-visit snack spot!