Why Visit Valpo?
Valpo Admission is committed to providing you with the best experience in your college search journey. Below you will find a variety of university visit options, whether you are looking for a personal visit, a large event, or virtual options. Reach out to our office (219.464.5011) if you need assistance choosing the perfect college visit for you.
Ways to Visit Our Campus
Campus Tour and Information Session
Campus tours and information sessions are available Monday–Friday. You can request to meet with a professor or academic representative.
Admitted Student Tours
Customize your campus tour experience and choose from a variety of sessions to build your own visit. Tours are available Monday–Friday.
Saturday Campus Tour & Info Session
Join us for a college tour and information session on select Saturdays throughout the year. Academic appointments are not available on these dates.
Overnight Visits
For students who have applied to Valpo: Spend the night in a residence hall, eat in our dining hall, attend on-campus events and activities. Become a Beacon for the night!
Preview Days
An overview of life at Valpo — learn about academics, see campus, and discuss next steps in the admission and financial aid process.
Admitted Student Days
Meet your future classmates, take part in hands-on academic activities, and get a sense of the Valpo community. Plus an interactive game to earn Valpo merch!
School & Organization Group Visits
Campus tours and admission presentations available for elementary, middle, or high school groups, churches, youth groups, or other organizations.
Virtual Visit
Can’t make it to campus right now? Explore our virtual tour or sign up for a virtual info session.
Upcoming Special Events
Valpo Bound Day
Can’t come to Admitted Student Day? Looking for the perfect opportunity to visit campus before National College Decision Day on May 1? Consider this your invitation to Valpo Bound Day! This final admitted student event of the spring semester takes your student and family on a tour of Valpo’s campus, as well as invites them to a special academic session within their college of choice and lunch in at Founders Table.
Future Beacon Graduation Party
Saturday, May 3 from 12:00-3:00 PM
Are you excited to start at Valpo this fall? We are excited for you and invite you to join us for a celebration of you and your accomplishments! Meet other incoming students and families, enjoy picnic food and lawn games with our admissions staff and student ambassadors, and spend some time at your new home with your family.
Directions, Accommodations, and Other Visit Information
It’s easy to get to Valpo, but sometimes hard to leave. We’re an easy drive from Chicago, and you’ll find lots to do once you’re here. Use these links to plan your visit:
Testimonials
We have been on lots of college tours. This one was just right in its balance of welcome, “touring” and information. Every person we encountered on campus had a friendly smile for us. It is clear that Valpo is a special place.
We have taken many college tours (our eldest is a sophomore in college) and the Valpo tour was the most personalized and informative we've experienced. It's smart to treat prospective students with such respect and individualized attention!
My host made me instantly feel welcomed at campus, and they really made it a point to involve me in all the campus activities and give me the best experience possible. I am so happy we were partnered together, and this visit has really been helpful in making my college decision.
Very much liked the small tour groups specific to my major...and with a professor!
The visit was very fun and engaging. Very positive and great energy during the event. A lot of information and interesting activities were available. I very much enjoyed my visit.
I loved talking with the many students at Valpo. They gave me such great advice, answered questions, and were super friendly and kind. I loved the conversations that I was able to have with the fun students who came out. I liked that we played the bingo game. It made talking to new people much less scary and awkward.