College and Tech Visit Days

CampuVisit days are a fun-filled, information-packed day that will help students jump-start their decision process and provide direction for their future. Students find out what it’s like to attend class by getting into some great discussions with instructors and current students, working in the labs and meeting new friends. Career exploration will be the focus. Visitors then eat a free lunch and absorb some basic information on the admissions process, applying for financial aid and scholarships, locating housing, and more! Parents/guardians are encouraged to attend.



South Dakota State University:

Educator Rising-September 18th

What is this event?

South Dakota State University's College of Education and Human Sciences is teaming up with Educators Rising of South Dakota to raise up the next generation of educators. High school students interested in a possible career in teaching will have the opportunity to learn what it means to be an educator at this all-day event.

What your students will experience:

- Hand-on activities

- Breakout sessions on a wide range of teaching professions

- Hear from Milken Award Winner keynote speaker

- Campus tours

Educator Rising Information

Jackrabbit Previews-Friday, September 29, Friday, October 13, Friday, October 27, Friday, November 17, and Friday, December 1

Spend a day with us and dozens of other future Jackrabbits and their families as we take you through everything you need to know about becoming an SDSU student.

Jackrabbit Preview Registration

Yellow and Blue Discovery Days-October 21st and November 18th

Yellow & Blue Discovery Day is a free Saturday event designed to give students a closer look at an academic program they are interested in while learning more about South Dakota State. This program is ideal for high school juniors exploring their academic options and seniors finalizing their college plans.

Yellow and Blue Discovery Day Registration

Senior Day-September 9th

  • Learn all about SDSU, the value of our education and their next steps at SDSU information sessions.

  • Check out our 200+ academic pathways and visit with representatives from our academic programs at our academic major fair.

  • Explore their beautiful campus and residence halls and connect with current SDSU students on campus tours.

  • Attend mini sessions focused on Financial Aid, Dual Credit and other helpful areas.

  • Connect with student groups and student supports at our Student Activity and Resource Fair.

  • Apply for admission and get an on-the-spot decision.
     

Junior Day-

There is so much about college to explore—majors, campus life, career possibilities and more. If you’re a high school junior, now is the perfect time to start looking at colleges and narrowing down your options. We’ve arranged a special visit day just for high school juniors and their families to learn about all the important aspects of college life and get to know SDSU.

Junior Day Information

 

Natural Resources Camp- July 22nd-26th

The Natural Resources Camp is a great way to gain exposure to the world of natural resources, including fish, plants, wildlife, soils, invertebrates, and water. The camp offers opportunities to gain hands-on experience in natural resource ecology and management. The camp is intended for high school students, entering grades 9, 10, 11 and 12, who have a strong desire to learn more about the natural world or who have an interest in pursuing a career related to natural resources. Permission of parent or guardian is required.

Possible activities the camp offers include Bird Banding, Lake Ecology, Pollinator Diversity, Camera Trapping, Dart Gun Shooting, Archery, Radio Telemetry, Small Mammal Trapping, Reptile Trapping & Ecology and Careers in Natural Resources.

Space is limited and admission is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Lodging and meals are included in the registration. Registration is $300 and closes on May 31st.

More information on the camp can be found on our website:

Camp Information

 Camp Flyer

 



University of South Dakota:

Educator Rising Learning Expo-September 25th

Any 9th thru 12th graders interested in the teaching profession should consider being part of this day. Registration Deadline is September 12th. Flyer is attached.

USD Educator Rising Learning Expo

Saturday Morning Visits-

Come to USD for a Saturday Morning Visit, where you will tour campus and meet with an admissions counselor to learn about the admissions process and get a preview of life as a Coyote. Available Saturday morning visits typically last 90 minutes and begin at 9 and 10:30 a.m. All visits are by appointment only and may have limited capacity.

Schedule Saturday Visit

Coyote Visit Days-Friday, Sept. 29, Friday, Oct. 6, Thursday, Oct. 19, Friday, Oct. 20, Friday, Nov. 3, Friday, Nov. 1, and Friday, Dec. 1

There's nothing like stepping foot on the USD campus to experience it for yourself. Join us during a morning or afternoon session for an overview on admissions, scholarships, academic programs, life as a Coyote and a tour of campus.

Coyote Visit Days

Fall Open House-October 14th

Our Fall Open House is a great opportunity for you to live the #YoteLife for a day. During your visit you will receive an overview of admissions, scholarships, academic programs and life as a Coyote. There's nothing like a fall Saturday on the University of South Dakota campus, and we want you to experience it for yourself. By the end of the day, you'll want to spend every fall with us!

Fall Open House Registration

Dakota State University:

Discover DSU Days-October 20th, November 4th, December 1st, January 26th, February 16th, March 1st, and April 6th

Explore Dakota State from multiple perspectives, including those of current students and faculty. These half-day events feature:

  • Campus tours

  • Presentations on life at DSU, academic programs, financial aid, and our tablet PC program

  • Panel discussions with students

  • Breakout discussions with faculty

  • Lunch on campus

  • Student services fair

  • Options to visit with an ADA coordinator, Veterans representative, or athletic coach

Discover Days Information

Program Preview Days

You've heard about our programs, so dive into the one that interests you! What better way to explore a program than to get hands-on with the tools professionals use every day in their careers. These interactive exploration days allow you to get an in-depth look at these programs as well as get the opportunity to hang with faculty, staff, and students.

All Hallows Eve Game Flaire-For students interested in: Computer Game Design, Computer Science, Animation

Education Expo-For students interested in: Elementary Education, Elementary Education/Special Education, Physical Education

Cyber Expo-For students interested in: Cyber Operations, Computer Science, Network & Security Administration, Artificial Intelligence

https://dsu.edu/visit-dsu/index.html

 Educator Rising Learning Expo-October 11th

Educators Rising South Dakota is excited to be hosting many opportunities this fall for 9th thru 12th graders to learn more about the teaching profession through our Educators Rising Learning Expos. These events are in partnership with our universities right here in South Dakota

Educator Rising Registration

 

Dakota Wesleyan University:

Educators Rising Fall Learning Expo-November 5th

Experience what it means to be an educator and how DWU is raising up the next generation of educators. You will engage in hands-on activities, attend breakout sessions, meet with students and faculty.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iA81k5ySgyI

  • Group Visit Days:
    Fall Scholarship Day-November 17th

  • Track and Field Day/Womens Wresting Day/Cross Country DayOctober 13th

  • Performing Arts Visit Day- October 20th

  • Tiger Preview Day October 27th and March 22nd

  • Spring Scholarship Day- February 16th

  • Scrubs Camp-March 19th

  • Overnight Visit-April 5th

 

Football Game Day Visits:

  • Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023 vs. Jamestown

  • Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023 vs. Northwestern

Visit Day Information

 



Northern State University:

Northern Bound Day: October 13th, October 21st and February 17th

At Northern Bound Day students will:

Northern Bound Day Registration

Educators Rising Learning Expo-October 18th

The event is designed for students interested in becoming the next generation of educators. Students will be able to learn from educators, participate in hands-on breakout sessions, tour campus, meet professors, connect with current students and more!

Educator Rising Registration

 


Black Hills State University:

YellowJacket Preview Day-October 27th, November 17th, March 22nd, and April 19th
Preview Day registration

Educator Rising Learning Expo- October 20th

Educators Rising South Dakota is excited to be hosting many opportunities this fall for 9th thru 12th graders to learn more about the teaching profession through our Educators Rising Learning Expos. These events are in partnership with our universities right here in South Dakota

Educator Rising Registration form



South Dakota School of Mines and Technology:

Mines Open House-October 21st and November 4th

Get a taste of South Dakota Mines by attending one of our personalized on-campus events! Learn about living on campus, student life and services, internships and career placement, and more in the live Q&A panel with some of our current students. You will also get more information about our STEM majors, talk with academic department and student services representatives, and tour the campus. 

Visit Registration

Pre-Med @ Mines-October 12th

Prospective high school students are invited to learn about the pathway from high school to a healthcare career from a panel of professionals from Monument Health and faculty from South Dakota Mines.

If you're interested in a healthcare career, our biology, chemistry, pre-professional health sciences, and biomedical engineering programs could be the perfect launch to a fulfilling career in medicine.

Pre-Med @ Mines Registration


Augustana University:

Explore Augustana-September 22nd, October 7th, October 20th, November 3rd,

We invite you to join us on campus to Explore Augustana. At this event you will get to hear from students, faculty and our admission counselors. You will also tour campus with a current student, visit with faculty one-on-one and enjoy lunch on campus.

Science Day-November 18th

The day begins with a 9:30 am. check-in at Centennial Hall, campus tour, Admissions presentation, Academic and Resources Fair, and lunch in our main dining hall. You also may choose from various info sessions including CORE, athletics, fine arts, financial aid and opportunities to get involved on campus.

The day will conclude with a student activities and organizations fair from 1-3 p.m.

Educator Rising-November 30th

Join our dynamic Augustana education faculty to experience what it means to be an educator. Engage in hands-on activities during our breakout sessions, meet with students and faculty, enjoy lunch on campus and leave with skills to better prepare you in the field of education. Those who attend this event and enroll at Augustana as an education major will be eligible for an $8,000 scholarship ($2,000 per year).

Event Information and Registration

 

University of Sioux Falls: 

Campus Preview Days- September 29, October 6, October 19, October 20, November 3, November 17, and December 1

These are great events if you're interested in gathering general information, experiencing our community, touring campus, or getting specific questions answered with others visiting campus.

Fall Open House-October 14th

Visit Day Information

 


Mount Marty:

Lancer for a Night-September 28th

Take part in an evening on campus as a Lancer during our homecoming week! Join our current students for supper, a campus tour, and homecoming activities.

Future Educators Learning Expo-November 17th

It will be a great day planned with sessions about mental health, artificial intelligence, and the teaching of reading, among others.  All students who join us will be awarded a scholarship to Mount Marty, and they are excited to share that it is our students who really take the lead on this.

STEM Symposium-October 3rd

Explore opportunities in STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics available on our Yankton, SD campus. Our symposium will feature a wide variety of breakout sessions hosted by MMU Faculty, current Mount Marty students sharing  their experiences with the BRIN Research Fellowship, and lunch on campus. Space is limited for this event,

Nursing Visit Day-October 27th

Join us for a visit day dedicated to all things Nursing. Tour campus, meet fellow classmates interested in this exciting field, have lunch with MMU Nursing Department faculty and of course, check out Mount Marty University's state of the art Nursing Simulation Labs in our newly renovated Avera Science & Nursing Center.

Fall Open House-October 21st

Join us for Mount Marty University's Fall Open House! We will tour campus, have lunch, preview financial aid information like merit scholarships, when to apply, and what we look for in an application.

Learn more about what makes Mount Marty, South Dakota's Catholic University, so special - Our Core Values of Awareness of God, Community, Hospitality, and Lifelong Learning. This event is a great introduction to Mount Marty University for any current high school students or those looking to transfer from another institution.

Performing Arts Visit Days-November 10th

Join us at Mount Marty University for a immersive Performing Arts experience. Participate in a meet & greet with current students and faculty, get a sneak-peak behind Marian Auditorium's stage, tour campus (including dinner!) and of course enjoy their performance of Urinetown: The Musical. 

Visit Day Information



Lake Area Technical College:

AGC Construction Career Camp-October 20th

Dig in and learn what the construction industry is all about with the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota and Lake Area Tech! Six different exploration stations will give students hands-on experience in Heavy Equipment, Welding, Carpentry, Concrete, and more. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited. Closed toe shoes and long pants are required for safety purposes. Open to students in grades 9-12.

Drone Camp-September 22nd

This one-day camp will provide hands-on learning in the areas of drones, coding, circuitry, 3D printing, robotics and more. Faculty and industry partners will be active in sharing knowledge, hands-on fun and career advice. Students will have the opportunity to participate in the Lake Area Tech simulated drone racing league as well as receive their The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) certificate. Lunch will  be provided. 

Drone Camp Registration

Robot Games/STEM Day-April 24th and 26th

Robot Games are for students who have an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Robot Games is a Capstone project for the senior Robotics/Electronic Systems Technology students in which the skills acquired over the course of their two years are put to the test. A free lunch will be provided (pizza) for all guests, as well as a tour and hands-on activities in STEM programs. Regional industry partners will be in attendance to talk with students interested in entering the STEM careers.

Robot Game Information


Junior Tech Day-April 3rd

Junior Tech Day is a fun-filled, information-packed day that will help 11th grade students jump-start their decision process and provide direction for their future.

Junior Tech Day Registration

Senior Tech Day-November 1st and January 31t

Lake Area Tech hosts two Senior Tech Days. These visitation days are fun-filled, information-packed and help students decide the direction of their future.

Senior Tech Day Registration


Mitchell Technical College:

Exploration Days-November 1st, January 25th, February 29th, April 3rd, and July 18th

During the Exploration Day session, participants may choose from the following activities:

  • Visit classes and labs in any of Mitchell Tech’s program/majors

  • Learn about financial aid opportunities

  • Attend a question and answer time 

Exploration Day Information

Tech Camps

Tech Camps are an opportunity for students and instructors to visit the programs at Mitchell Technical College and the “next steps” in career clusters of interest.

  • Thursday, November 16th- High Tech Camp:

    Ag & Transportation Camp, Energy Camp, and Scrubs Camp, Business Camp, Construction Camp, Engineering Camp

  • Thursday, March 28th - Culinary Camp

Tech Camp Information



SouthEast Technical College:

Campus Visit Days-October 6th, November 3rd, February 2nd, and March 1st

Campus Visit Days are your backstage pass to a first-hand campus experience! Spend a day with us and meet our students, faculty and staff as you explore campus, learn about our programs and find answers to your admissions, financial aid, academic, housing and student life questions. Families and friends are welcome to attend with you. 

Visit Day Information

Career Exploration Days-December 13th and May 8th

Learn more about careers that inspire. Practice your skills. Meet everyday people that do the job. Join us at Southeast Technical College for career exploration events and camps throughout the year. Middle school and high school students will have the opportunity to consider potential career choices through fun, interactive and informative activities.

Career Exploration Day

Construction Career Camp: May 30th, apply by April 14th

Pouring concrete, flying drones and moving the earth with heavy equipment are some of the hands-on activities high school juniors and seniors participate in at Construction Camp. Spend the day learning about jobs in the construction industry and connecting with industry experts. Construction Camp is FREE!

Construction Camp

Western Dakota Technical College:


Saturday College Visit Night-October 21st and April 20th

College Visit and Dual Enrollment Information Days and Nights are designed for anyone interested in learning about Western Dakota Tech. We host six events each year on Saturdays and Tuesdays. Visit and Dual Enrollment Information Days and Nights provide an overview of opportunities and services at Western Dakota Tech and are presented to groups of visitors. 

College Visit Night-December 5th and July 16th


Visit Days

 


North Dakota School of Science and Technology:

SEE Sessions-October 20th and October 21st

NDSCS welcomes prospective students to SEE what NDSCS Wahpeton has to offer!

See NDSCS

 

 

The Salon Professional Academy Rapid City:

They offer Cosmetology, Esthetics, Massage Therapy and Nail Technology programs that students can complete anywhere from 5 to 11 months. 

The Salon Professional Academy

 


Alexandria Technical College:

  1. Program Visits are for high school seniors and beyond, who have selected a major.

    Schedule a visit to meet with an Admissions Representative and a faculty member in your area of interest. Program visits provide an opportunity to:

    • Meet program faculty and learn about program expectations and outcomes

    • View program classrooms, shops, and labs

    • Learn about the costs, financial aid, housing, etc.

  2. Campus Tour

    General campus tours are offered on selected Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:00 am. Tours start on time and last approximately one hour. Please plan to arrive 10 minutes early. Tours offer a comprehensive view of the campus and program majors and are encouraged for juniors and younger or those who are unsure of their program choice. Registration is required.

    Campus Visits

 

Minnesota West Community and Technical College:

Minnesota West Community & Technical College is hosting 3 events this fall. High school students grades 9 - 12 are invited to attend. Each campus location will be held on a different date so students may register for one or more of the events.  Each event will run from 10:00 a.m. to noon.  Lunch will be included!

Granite Falls Campus Tech Days-October 17th

Canby Campus Tech Days-October 18th

Pipestone Campus Tech Days-October 25th

Jackson Campus-October 24th

Worthington Campus-October 11th

Camp Website

Medical Assistant and Surgical Technologist Camp-April 2nd

Camp Information

Medical Laboratory Technician and Radiologic Technology Camp -Tuesday, April 23

Camp Registration

Peace Officer Day: Thursday November 2nd

The peace officer program at Minnesota West Community & Technical College - Worthington campus, will be holding a Peace Officer Day on Thursday, November 2, 2023. The day is set up to allow potential students to come to the Worthington campus to “sit in” on a typical day’s classes that Peace Officer students attend while in the program. This will give potential students a feeling for the program and allow them to meet the instructors, tour the campus and program facilities, and receive information on the program. 

Students will also be able to register.
We will review the requirements to get into the program and Peace Officer packets at this event.

Peace Officer Day

 

Minnesota State University: Mankato

Weekend Open Houses- October 14th, October 21st,October 28th, and November 4th

Weekday Open Houses-October 19th and October 20th

Come visit campus on one of our Saturday or weekday 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.

Explore Your Major Open Houses-November 3rd

At our Explore Your Major events, you’ll hear from a panel of current Minnesota State Mankato faculty members representing the various majors we offer. You will also have a chance to break out and meet with faculty from individual majors you have an interest in!

Visit Days