We look forward to welcoming you to Yale.
Registration for a campus visit is optional but helps the office estimate the number of visitors to expect each day. There is no sign-in when you arrive, and if your plans change you will not need to cancel your registration. During your stay, you may join as many admissions events as you like. At certain times in the academic year, visitors may also visit a class or request an on-campus interview. Please refer to Admissions Office Closings for a list of University holidays.
Yale does not track visits to campus or contact with our admissions staff for the purposes of evaluating applications.
Upcoming Monthly Schedule:
All information sessions, tours, and student forums begin at the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, located at 38 Hillhouse Avenue, New Haven, CT unless otherwise noted. We encourage visitors to arrive early to secure parking.
Information Sessions | Campus Tours | Science Tours | Engineering Tours | Student Forums | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
January | M-F 9:00a | M-F 10:30a**(departing from Visitor Center only) | M-F 4:00p (starts Jan. 13) | M-F 2:45p (starts Jan. 13) | N/A |
February | M-F 9:00a & 1:00p | M-F 10:30a & 2:30p | M-F 4:00p | M-F 2:45p | M-F 12:00p (Starts Feb 24) |
March | M-F 9:00a & 1:00p | M-F 10:30a & 2:30p | M-F 4:00p (N/A March 9-20) | M-F 2:45p (N/A March 9-20) | M-F 12:00p (N/A March 9-20) |
April | M-F 9:00a & 1:00p | M-F 10:30a & 2:30p | M-F 4:00p (ends Apr. 24) | M-F 2:45p (ends Apr. 24) | M-F 12:00p (ends Apr. 3) |
May | M-F 9:00a | M-F 10:30a | N/A | N/A | N/A |
*From January 2 - January 10 campus tours will depart from the Yale Visitor Center, 149 Elm St.
Information Sessions
The 75-minute Information Session is led by an admissions officer or Yale senior and provides an overview of academic programs, undergraduate life, the application process, and affordability. Questions are always welcome.
Campus Tours
The 75-minute Campus Tour is led by current Yale students and features residential colleges, libraries, green spaces, and historical landmarks.
The Yale Visitor Center also provides free student-led campus tours 7 days a week.
Science Tour
The 60-minute Science Tour is led by current Yale students majoring in one of Yale’s many science programs and features facilities, undergraduate research, special science programs, and pre-medical preparation.
Engineering Tour
The 60-minute engineering tour is led by current engineering student tour guides and features facilities, current research projects, and the cutting-edge Center for Engineering Innovation and Design.
Student Forum
Student Forums are informal, non-evaluative sessions that connect a group of visiting prospective students with current Yale students; no parents or admissions officers allowed.
Group Visits (Confirmed Reservations Required)
A confirmed reservation is required for groups of 10 or more visitors. Requests must be made at least 14 days before your intended visit using the link below.
We will reply to each request as soon as possible with an approval or denial. If approved, we will contact you to confirm your group’s itinerary and finalize the details of your visit. Please note:
- We cannot accommodate all group requests, and several dates are not available for group visits. See the registration form for more details.
- The Office of Undergraduate Admissions accomodates group requests from non-profit organizations that work with students in secondary school. For all other groups, please contact the Yale Visitor Center.
Information Sessions | Campus Tours | Science Tours | Engineering Tours | Student Forums | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
June* | M-F 11:00a & 2:00p | M-F 9:00a, 12:30p & 3:30p | M-F 4:00p | M-F 4:00p | M-F 12:30p |
July* | M-F 11:00a & 2:00p | M-F 9:00a, 12:30p & 3:30p | M-F 4:00p | M-F 4:00p | M-F 12:30p |
August* | M-F 11:00a & 2:00p | M-F 9:00a, 12:30p & 3:30p | N/A | N/A | N/A |
September | M-F 9:00a; Sat. 10:00a | M-F 10:30a; Sat 11:30a | M-F 4:00p (starting Sept. 9); Sat 11:45a | M-F 2:30p (starting Sept. 9); Sat 11:45a | Sat 9:15a |
October | M-F 9:00a; Sat. 10:00a | M-F 10:30a; Sat. 11:30a; | M-F 4:00p Sat. 11:45a | M-F 2:30p Sat. 11:45a | Sat 9:15a |
November | M-F 9:00a; Sat. 10:00a (ends Nov. 16) | M-F 10:30a; Sat. 11:30a (ends Nov. 16) | M-F 4:00p (N/A Nov. 25-29); Sat 11:45a (ends Nov. 16) | M-F 2:30p (N/A Nov. 25-29); Sat 11:45a (ends Nov. 16) | Sat 9:15a (ends Nov. 16) |
December | M-F 9:00a (ends Dec. 20) | M-F 10:30a** (ends Dec. 20) | M-F 4:00p (Dec. 2-6 only) | M-F 2:30p (Dec. 2-6 only) | N/A |
*Beginning June 3 and continuing through August 16, all tours and information sessions will begin at Sheffield Sterling Strathcona (SSS) Hall, located at 1 Prospect St. Student forums and interviews will take place at Undergraduate Admissions (38 Hillhouse Ave). Please proceed directly to the location of your first event.