Campus Visit Programs and Tours
At CU-Boulder, you will find a dynamic setting, outstanding value, challenging scholarship, and exceptional opportunities. We encourage you to join us for one of our all-day visit programs Be a CU Student for a Day, CU Summer Sampler, CU Diversity Sampler, or CU Engineering Sampler.
In addition, information sessions led by an admission counselor are held Monday through Friday at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. (excluding holidays and university closures), followed by a student-led walking tour of the campus. On most Saturdays, information sessions and tours are held at 10:30 a.m. See details for all programs below.
Daily Information Sessions and Campus Tours
Information sessions are held Monday through Friday at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Following the information session, walking tours of campus, led by student guides, begin at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Combined information sessions and tours are also held at 10:30 a.m. most Saturdays. The walking tour is approximately one hour and thirty minutes. View available dates>>
All Day Visit Programs
- Be a CU Student for a Day
The 2007-2008 Student for a Day programs are no longer available for reservation. Students and families are encouraged to attend our all-day CU Summer Sampler on Saturday, July 12, 2008. See the CU Summer Sampler link above to make a reservation. Our popular daily information sessions and campus tours are a great way to view the campus and get more information about our world-class academic programs, housing, financial aid, and student life.
CU Engineering Sampler
The Engineering Sampler, held on Saturday, October 13, 2007, allows you and your parents to tour the engineering facilities, explore academic and career options with the dean, and meet faculty and current students. The program is free of charge, but participants must attend the entire days program, checking in at the Engineering Center by 8:15am. For more information and to register online, go to the CU Engineering sampler web site.
CU Diversity Sampler
Prospective students and their families from diverse backgrounds are invited to participate in this additional visit opportunity on Saturday, February 2, 2008. Attend a sample lecture, visit with representatives from CU-Boulder's colleges and schools, and participate in a panel discussion. A resource fair featuring representatives from clubs, organizations, and other campus offices is also part of the day's activities.
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CU Summer Sampler
The "CU Summer Sampler" Saturday program held on July 12, 2008 lets you and your parents listen to a sample lecture by one of our talented professors, tour the campus, eat lunch in a residence hall, attend a panel discussion, and meet with campus representatives.
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School Group Tours
Group visits for schools, organizations, clubs, and other groups of eight or more people, are offered throughout the year except during January, May, and December. Learn more>>
CU on the Road
Our admission counselors visit high schools, attend college fairs, and host fall previews. To find when a counselor will be visiting your area, go to our CU on the Road page.
