We invite you to share in our community and see for yourself what makes WashU so special.

Whether you are just starting your college search or you already know that WashU is the place for you, we’re excited to connect with you and share in your college journey.

Check out our in-person and virtual visit options below – you can hear from current students, explore our beautiful campus, learn about our academic and extracurricular opportunities, and more.

In-Person Campus Visits

Daily Campus Visits

Campus visits provide an opportunity for prospective students to explore our beautiful campus and connect with our community. 

In-person campus visits are offered Monday through Friday and some Saturdays. Your visit will include a 45-minute information session, followed by a 75-minute student-led campus tour. Our information session will provide an overview of WashU, our programs as well as the admission and financial assistance process.

Additional on-campus academic division sessions and/or tours are offered on Mondays and Fridays.

Discover WashU Days

Join us for Discover WashU Days! Visit us and see for yourself what makes WashU so special. Explore our beautiful campus, world-class academics, and diverse community.

  • Friday, September 20
  • Friday, October 25
  • Friday, November 15

Your morning will include:

  • Admissions & Aid presentation
  • Student-led campus tour
  • Current student panel

In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to attend optional sessions to learn more about the academic offerings and life on campus at WashU.

Space is limited, so be sure to register early.

Group Visits

Special group visits are offered for students in grades 9 through 12.

Please note that sessions and/or tours may be canceled if extreme weather poses a severe risk to visitor, staff, or student safety.

WashU Near You

Information Sessions

WashU is heading out on the road! Join one of our admission officers to learn about academic opportunities, campus life, community engagement, and how WashU paves the way for our graduates’ futures. We’ll have plenty of time to answer your questions about the application process and financial assistance at WashU.

Space is limited – be sure to register to reserve your spot.

Group Presentations

Join members of the admissions committee from WashU, Emory University, Johns Hopkins University, and University of Notre Dame for an in-person information session featuring four of the top research institutions in the U.S.

LAUNCH Consortium Student Events (In-Person & Virtual Options)

WashU, Cornell University, Emory University, Pomona College, and Rice University are proud to present LAUNCH (Linking Access, Unity, Networking, Collaboration and Higher Education). We invite you to join LAUNCH partners in a city near you to meet admission officers from all five institutions and learn more about what unites us.

National Portfolio Day

Share your work with representatives from WashU’s Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts.

At these free virtual and in-person events, students can meet with representatives from accredited colleges and universities across the U.S. and get valuable feedback on their portfolios.

Sam Fox School representatives will be available to review your portfolio, give you helpful tips on the application process, and speak with you about the art, architecture, and design programs at WashU.

High School Visits

Throughout the spring and fall, our admission officers will be visiting high schools (in person and virtually) to connect with students and share information about WashU, St. Louis, and the admissions and financial assistance process.

Contact your high school counselor to find out if we are coming to your school.

College Fairs

Look for representatives from Washington University at college fairs across the country this fall!

Bear Chats

Schedule an informal “Bear Chat” with a Bear Ambassador! In-person and virtual Bear Chats are open to any interested student beginning the spring before their senior year.

Virtual Experiences


Join us from anywhere

Whether you’re looking to attend an information session, explore our academic divisions, or connect with a current student, we’ve got you covered!

Visit our virtual calendar and register for the events that best fit your schedule.

Virtual Information Sessions for International Students

If you are looking for a world-class education, a diverse and supportive community, and the opportunity to make real-world changes in a collaborative learning environment—then Washington University in St. Louis is the school for you!

During these upcoming virtual information sessions specifically for international students, we’ll share more about WashU, the admission process, and the ways we support international students on campus. We’ll also be happy to answer any questions that you may have. 

The content of all sessions will be the same—please choose the date that works best for you.

Connect with us

We’re here to help!

Need help with your application? Have questions about life at WashU? Our admissions officers and student interns are ready to help!

Find your admissions officerChat with a student

Virtual tour

Our multimedia virtual tour is the second best way to experience why we’re ranked as one of the best college campuses in America!