Group Visits

In-Person Campus Visit

Your visit will begin with a 30-minute information session. A University of Minnesota admissions counselor will describe the academic experience at a world-class research university and discuss how great opportunities, value, and location enhance the student experience. A brief overview of admission decisions and financial aid is also provided. If you select to go on a tour, a University of Minnesota student will guide your group through the heart of campus. Students will see historic buildings, high-tech classrooms, the University Recreation Center, a library, Coffman Memorial Union, and more.

  • Audience: This tour is designed for high school students in grades 9-12 (prospective freshmen) or community college students (prospective transfer students)
  • Available: Tuesdays and Thursdays at at 9 and 11 a.m.; Wednesdays at 11 a.m. and 12:45 p.m.; select Mondays and Fridays at 11 a.m.
  • Length: 2 hours

Schedule your group visit

Group Visit Tips

We work in partnership with schools and community organizations to ensure that students benefit from their visit experience at the University of Minnesota. Please note the following:

  • In order to ensure we have staff members available to assist your group, reservations must be made two weeks in advance.
  • We require one adult chaperone per 15 students. Chaperones must be present with students at all times and are responsible for their students' behavior and actions while on campus.
  • Please have an alternate visit date in mind when you make your reservation, in the event that your first choice is not available.
  • When completing the Group Visit Registration, please be as thorough as possible.
  • At this time, we are only able to accommodate groups during our published visit slots.

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Does the University of Minnesota provide transportation to campus visitors?

Campus visitors must provide their own transportation to campus. To discuss your group's needs, please contact our Group Visits Team at 612-625-2445 or [email protected].

Does the University of Minnesota provide lunch or refreshments to campus visitors?

Because of limited resources, we are not able to sponsor meals or host lunches in our spaces. For dining options around campus, please refer to the "Eating on Campus" overview to review your options.

If you have any additional questions about visiting please contact the Visitline at 612-625-0000 or [email protected].