INFORMATION SESSIONS
Conducted by an admissions representative, this 50 minute session is designed to provide prospective students* and their families with an overview of our academic programs, admissions requirements and application process. Sessions are offered throughout the academic year on most Mondays at 10:00 am, Fridays at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm and select Saturdays at 10:00 am.
CAMPUS TOURS
Offered year round, this comprehensive tour includes classroom buildings, residence halls, dining facilities, the library and more! A Campus Tour follows all Information Sessions*.
DATES, TIMES and REGISTRATION
*Please note Group Visit requests will not be honored during Information Sessions; please scroll down to view our Group Visit offerings.
CANCELLATIONS - Information Sessions & Tours that are cancelled due to inclement weather will be listed on the Admissions main number 914-251-6300.
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS TOURS
Available on select Wednesdays during the academic year, the presentation and tours are designed specifically for students interested in the conservatories of Dance, Music or Theatre Arts, the Film program and the School of Art+Design.
This three part day includes:
- A tour of our Residence Hall, Dining Facilities,
and Library.
- An Admissions Information Session.
- A tour of the Visual and/or Performing Art facilities of your interest.
There are currently no Visual and Performing Arts Tours. Visit dates will resume again in October. Please check back in the fall.
OPEN HOUSES
Open Houses are a great way for prospective undergraduates to explore the college and get a sense of the Purchase College community. The Office of Admissions hosts one Fall Open House and one Spring Open House (for juniors). Accepted Students should visit the Accepted Student Events page. There are currently no Open Houses scheduled.
There are currently no open houses. Please check back in the fall.
PORTFOLIO REVIEW DAYS
NATIONAL PORTFOLIO DAY @ PURCHASE COLLEGE
Offered in the fall semester, this event affords visual arts students the opportunity to:
- Have portfolio artwork reviewed by Art+Design faculty*
- Tour the campus and visual arts facilities
- Learn more about the BFA and BS degree programs
offered in the School of Art+Design
*BFA Film and BFA Theatre Design/Technology programs are NOT included in Portfolio Days.
National Portfolio Day is free and open to the public. For more information visit the National Portfolio Day Association website at http://www.portfolioday.net
CONSERVATORY OF DANCE VISITS
Students interested in studying Dance don't miss this opportunity! Offered on select Fridays throughout the academic year, students can attend an Information Session, campus tour, and observe a dance class.
There are curretnly no Conservatory of Dance Tours. Visit dates will resume again in October. Please check back in the fall.
ACCEPTED STUDENT EVENTS
Accepted Student Events are a great way to explore the college and connect with the Purchase College community. Take advantage of the numerous events throughout the spring semester!
Offered during the fall semester, Immediate Decision Day is an opportunity for qualified freshman Liberal Arts & Sciences applicants to participate in a quick, simple, and personalized admissions process. See a list of Liberal Arts & Science majors (BA programs) available at Purchase College. This day is recommended for students for whom Purchase College is a top choice.
There are currently no available dates for Immediate Decision Day.
SCHOOL GROUP VISITS
Designed for groups of 10 or more, these visits are designed for high school students representing an educational institution or a community agency. Offered throughout the academic year Group Visits generally consist of a presentation by an Admissions Advisor and a guided tour of campus.
There are currently no School Group Visits available. Please check back in the fall.
