University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Prospective Student Campus Visits

Classic Campus Visits

Thank you for your interest in touring the University of Minnesota Twin Cities! We're excited to offer a variety of campus visit options to help you experience our vibrant community. Included in each visit is a general admissions information session and your choice of a Minneapolis or St. Paul Campus Tour. We will also have a number of admissions counselors available during your visit for any questions you may have! 

Whether you're exploring the energy of our Minneapolis campus or the close-knit atmosphere of St. Paul, we have a visit experience tailored to you. Please review the tour details below and select your preferred option on our registration calendar. We can't wait to welcome you!

If you have any questions about our visits, please reach out to our Visit Office staff at (612) 625-0000 or admissions@umn.edu. 

Minneapolis East Bank Campus Tour
Discover the heart of our bustling Minneapolis campus! Our tour guides will lead you on a tour of the Minneapolis campus, home to world-class programs and facilities where you can picture yourself as a Golden Gopher-- connecting with classmates in our tech-forward learning labs at Bruininks Hall, studying in the green grass of Northrop Mall, and marveling at the Minneapolis skyline. Ideal for future freshman interested in fields like business, arts, education, engineering, and nursing, you'll get a feel for student life, academics, and the opportunities that await you. 

Minneapolis West Bank Campus Tour 
Join our tour guides as they escort you across the Mississippi River to discover a dynamic hub of commerce and creativity. This tour highlights the unique personality of the West Bank, home to our renowned professional schools and vibrant arts district. You’ll explore a global community where you can visualize your future—collaborating in the atrium of the Carlson School of Management, immersing yourself with the arts in the West Bank Arts District, and taking in stunning views of the river and natural parks surrounding campus from the Washington Avenue Bridge. This visit is a great fit for students interested in business, performing arts, social sciences, and public policy!

St. Paul Campus Tour
Explore the academic and natural beauty of our St. Paul campus! Perfect for students interested in Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences or Graphic, Retail, Apparel, and Interior Design, this visit provides a comprehensive look at the St. Paul campus. Your visit begins on the Minneapolis campus as our tour guides escort you on a bus ride on our very own "Campus Connector" bus to the beautiful St. Paul campus. There, you'll immerse yourself in the hands-on learning opportunities and friendly community atmosphere that makes this campus so special. From bee science to beef cattle, you'll learn how the St. Paul campus is a hub of student activity. You'll also hear about the renowned Bell Museum, Minnesota's official natural history museum and planetarium. The St. Paul campus offers a unique blend of nature, research and innovation in a supportive community.