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Open Day 2025

Saturday 16 august.

We can’t wait to welcome you to our campus in 2025!As we get closer to the event, we’ll update you with more details. 

But in the meantime, here’s a taster of what you can expect at our Open Day.

Attend an info session on some of our most popular degrees

Speak with our academics about our degrees, majors and specialisations, and how they’ll uniquely prepare you for your first career, or help you upskill or reskill if your career is already underway​

Learn about our scholarships, adjustment factors and pathways; and RPL (recognition of prior learning) if you’ve studied before​

Chat with current students about uni life​ 

Jump on a campus tour and check out our awesome facilities​ 

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Discover Macquarie’s amazing facilities and stunning grounds, with tours led by a friendly student adviser.

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It’s our mission at Macquarie to nurture and empower you to reach your full potential, as well as prepare you for the future – whatever it may look like for you. So, we offer degrees that are not only flexible and designed with your future employability in mind, but degrees that are delivered on a campus that’s innovative and built for collaboration. We’ll help you develop your practical know-how alongside your technical skills, encourage you to experience new opportunities in Australia and across the globe, and assist you to build your networks with our industry and community partners – all things employers look upon favourably.

Why study at Macquarie?

Rankings success: Macquarie is ranked #1 in Sydney for teaching quality and learning resources 1 . We’re also ranked among the top 1 per cent of universities in the world 2 , with three subjects ranked in the top 50 globally and 7 in the top 100.

Degrees co-designed by industry: Many of our degrees are shaped by the latest industry trends and can be adjusted to respond to the needs of industry in real time.

Degrees with in-built work-integrated learning experiences: Practical experiences are built into all of our degrees, which means that when you graduate, you’ll have the knowledge and skills you’ll need to meet the current and future challenges of your chosen profession.

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Session 1: Monday 19 February to Friday 21 June 2024  Session 2: Monday 22 July to Friday 22 November 2024

Macquarie University Open Day Saturday 12 August 2023

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Admission criteria

To be offered a place in a degree you must meet the degree’s entrance requirements and be selected in competition with other eligible applicants.

At Macquarie, we’re all about success. With Macquarie Entry, we recognise that students have different strengths, interests and personal circumstances, and so we look at a variety of criteria. To best help you follow your passion at Macquarie, we’ve created a simple entry program navigator that allows you to compare all of our entry programs to work out which ones suit you the best.

Applicants with recent secondary education

Australian year 12 students.

Admission is based on the selection rank you receive after completing your Australian Year 12 qualification or International Baccalaureate (IB) in 2023. The selection rank considers your ATAR or equivalent rank, plus any adjustment factors you’re eligible for.

Selection rank adjustments

Selection rank adjustments may allow you to receive an offer to a degree even though you have an ATAR below the published lowest selection rank. Macquarie University takes into account a number of adjustment factors when calculating your selection rank. For most participating degrees, your selection rank can be increased by up to 15 points.

For full information, refer to Macquarie University adjustment factors .

Equity-based factors

Educational access schemes.

Macquarie recognises that life circumstances or events beyond your control can impact education, opportunity and achievement. That’s why we consider your individual situation. If you’ve experienced educational or social disadvantage, or other special circumstances, you may be eligible to receive up to five additional points.

Macquarie University EAS applications are processed centrally through UAC.

Achievement-based factors

The following factors recognise your record of accomplishment in a range of interest areas and activities:

Elite athlete and artistic performers scheme

If performing, training or competitive commitments have affected your HSC or study preparation, you may be eligible for selection rank adjustments under the Elite Athletes and Artistic Performers Scheme . Macquarie considers individual circumstances to determine if you’re eligible.

Academic advantage

Academic Advantage applies to the majority of Macquarie’s degrees and recognises your achievements in Year 12 subjects that relate to Macquarie’s degrees.

Depending on your performance, you may receive up to three additional points for each subject, up to a maximum of six points. UAC will automatically adjust your selection rank if a Macquarie University degree is listed in your preferences.

Big History scheme

You may be eligible to earn three additional points by completing our Big History: Connecting Knowledge MOOC (Massive Open Online Course), available through the COURSERA® platform.

Duke of Edinburgh, Queen’s Scout or Queen’s Guide Award scheme

If you’ve completed the Duke of Edinburgh, Queen’s Scout or Queen’s Guide programs, you may be eligible to receive up to six additional points. This adjustment factor scheme recognises your commitment, discipline and determination to venture outside of your comfort zone to excel and develop your interpersonal, employability and practical skills. Read about the  Duke of Edinburgh, Queen’s Scout and Queen’s Guide Awards Scheme

Location-based factors

Regional entry scheme.

If you’re from rural or regional Australia and don’t have access to the same resources as students in cities and larger towns, you may be eligible to receive up to nine additional points through the Regional Entry Scheme , depending on the remoteness of your primary residential postcode. This scheme applies to the majority of Macquarie’s degrees.

You can enter your postcode into the online calculator to estimate how many points you’re eligible for.

Catchment Adjustment factors

If you live in Macquarie’s catchment region, you may be eligible to receive five additional points.

Note: If you qualify for both Macquarie Catchment Adjustments and the Regional Entry Scheme, you’ll only receive adjustment factors for one, from whichever scheme awards you the highest amount. 

Read about  Catchment Adjustment Factors .

Criteria that may apply in addition to ATAR

In addition to achieving the standard of performance required for admission, for certain degrees you must also satisfy any additional selection criteria, such as a personal statement, questionnaire, portfolio of work, audition, interview or test. These criteria are taken into account either instead of, or in conjunction with, your ATAR or equivalent.

Details of additional selection criteria and how you can meet these requirements are outlined in the degree descriptions.

If you’re undertaking your Year 12 studies outside of Australia and you’re applying for a degree that has additional selection criteria that you think you’ll find difficult to meet, contact Macquarie University .

Assumed knowledge

Assumed knowledge is specified in the degree descriptions. While it’s not a requirement for acceptance into a degree, you may find the degree difficult if you haven’t completed the specified HSC subjects.

Bridging courses

Our bridging courses provide learning support, a useful refresher and a solid foundation for your university studies.

Mathematics and statistics

The Numeracy Centre offers free help with the mathematics or statistics component of any first-year degree, including statistics, psychology, economics, physics, accounting, actuarial studies, electronics, biology, chemistry and mathematics. The centre works on a drop-in basis during the week and runs a variety of bridging courses at the beginning of every session.

The Numeracy Centre also offers a number of courses at the start of each year on a fee-paying basis.

Our Preparatory Course in Mathematics is an intensive course for students from various mathematical backgrounds who need to enrol in first-year mathematics units or who need a solid review of introductory mathematical concepts.

Two different streams are available. Review sessions are also run to refresh prerequisite knowledge early in the session.

For more information, visit the Numeracy centre website, call (02) 9850 8924 or email [email protected] .

Our chemistry bridging course is for students who are studying science at university but who didn’t study chemistry at HSC level, for those needing to gain confidence in chemistry, or for those students who want a refresher course in chemistry.

The course is excellent preparation for anyone interested in any of the following units:

• CHEM1001 (Foundations of Chemical and Biomolecular Sciences 1)
• CHEM1002 (Foundations of Chemical and Biomolecular Sciences 2)
• BMOL1001 (Biomolecules)
• BIOL1620 (Foundation in Medical Sciences)

For more information, email  [email protected]  or call (02) 9850 8275.

The physics bridging course prepares you for studies in physics, astronomy, engineering, medical sciences and related disciplines. It provides learning support, a useful refresher and a solid foundation for your university studies in science.

If you haven’t completed physics to HSC level or equivalent, this course is recommended to give you background knowledge to support your studies in:

• PHYS1510/PHYS1520 or PHYS1020/PHYS1010
• WPHY1510/ WPHY1520

It is also excellent preparation for:

• PHYS1210 and a foundation for the GAMSAT
• Foundations for engineering units such as MECH1001, CIVL1001, ENGG1000, ENGG1050.

For more information, contact  [email protected]  or call (02) 9850 4244.

Read about Macquarie University  bridging courses .

Other admission options

Macquarie leaders and achievers.

The Macquarie Leaders and Achievers Early Entry Scheme considers your commitment to service, engagement and leadership, as well as your Year 11 school results.

If you’re selected for this scheme, Macquarie University will make you an early offer. You’ll also participate in exclusive activities while you’re still at school. The scheme is available for most Macquarie degrees.

Academic Entry Program

Our Academic Entry Program matches your strengths to our world-class degrees. The program considers your performance in individual subjects and matches your strengths to a degree that suits you.

We review your results for the NSW HSC Board Developed Courses (Category A subjects only) that correspond to select Macquarie degrees and make you an offer dependent on your performance in these subjects. The program is available for most Macquarie degrees.

Schools Recommendation Schemes

Macquarie University participates in the Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS), which is processed centrally through UAC. SRS allows your school to recommend you for an early university offer. Your Year 11 academic achievements, as well as your school’s rating of your aptitude and learning ability, will be considered. If you are found to be suitable, you'll be made an early offer. The scheme is available for most Macquarie degrees, including some distance degrees.

Gifted and Talented Program

The Gifted and Talented Entry Program allows high-achieving students the opportunity to undertake Macquarie first-year units while in Years 11 and 12. If you successfully complete your units with the necessary marks, you may be eligible to receive an early offer for a select number of Macquarie degrees once you complete Year 12.

Limited ATAR

Under certain circumstances, you may be admitted based on a Limited ATAR .

Read about  pathways to Macquarie University .

Applicants with higher education study

If you’ve previously undertaken tertiary studies, you’ll be considered for selection on the basis of your overall record of academic merit – for both secondary and tertiary study. If you have tertiary award studies but you haven’t completed a Year 12 certificate, you’ll be considered for selection on the basis of your tertiary rank.

Previous Macquarie University students

If you’re a Macquarie student applying to return to the same undergraduate degree, you may apply via UAC. If you’ve been previously excluded from Macquarie University you must apply as a new applicant via UAC.

Admission is competitively based on academic merit. We recommend that you undertake further studies to improve your academic performance to gain entry into your desired program. 

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study

If you’ve completed a specified diploma or advanced diploma, you could be eligible for articulation into a limited range of Macquarie degrees.

Other entry programs

Macquarie university college.

Macquarie University College offers diplomas that will help you transition into university study. Developed specifically to meet Macquarie’s entry requirements, the College offers four diplomas that are designed so that upon successful completion you can go straight from your pathway studies into the second year of your chosen Macquarie University bachelor degree, provided you meet the entry criteria.

If you don’t receive a competitive offer based on your academic ranking, Macquarie University offers other pathways to degree study.

Next Step allows you to study Macquarie units and, if completed successfully, get credit towards your chosen bachelor degree even if you don’t have the required ATAR or equivalent for entry. This program allows you to articulate into a number of Macquarie degrees.

Open Universities Australia

Open Universities Australia allows you to study Macquarie units at your own pace, building towards a full Macquarie degree. Study is completely online for most units and is open to students with an ATAR below entry requirement or even no ATAR at all.

Applicants with work and life experience (including those who left secondary education more than two years ago)

If your highest level of education is the Higher School Certificate (or equivalent), you’ll be assessed on the basis of those results.

Some courses require you to attend an interview. Visit the  Macquarie University Coursefinder  to learn more about entry requirements for your course.

If you don’t have adequate formal education qualifications, but you do have informal learning and work experience, you can submit a portfolio for entry into a diploma or foundation program offered by  Macquarie University College .

If the above entry programs don't meet your personal circumstance you will have options. Explore the following pathways:

• diploma, foundation and intensive programs
• internal transfer programs  (enrol in a course with a lower ATAR and transfer into your desired course)
• Next Step pathway  (study Macquarie units and, if completed successfully, get credit towards your chosen course even if you don’t have the required ATAR or equivalent for entry into a bachelor course)
• Open Universities Australia  (study Macquarie University units online and at your own pace, building towards a full Macquarie degree)
• Special Tertiary Admissions Test .

Applicants with overseas qualifications

If you’re an Australian citizen or permanent resident of Australia with overseas qualifications, check the  commonly accepted overseas secondary qualifications .

Alternatively, you can seek information about eligibility for admission to Macquarie University before submitting an application through UAC. If you apply on the basis of overseas qualifications, you may be required to sit an English language proficiency test.

First Nations applicants

The  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Entry Pathway  is an equity initiative aimed at increasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation within bachelor degrees. It provides opportunities to Indigenous Australians who may not have completed their HSC or acquired a necessary selection rank for entry into their degree of choice.

This pathway involves a two-stage process: an online application and then a face-to-face interview. Offers will be made according to merit, based on demonstrated capacity and readiness to undertake university study.

Applicants are encouraged to contact the Indigenous Student Support Officer prior to applying, call (02) 9850 8624.

How to apply

Apply through UAC .

Acceptance of offer

New undergraduate students will have the opportunity to enrol online in their first year at Macquarie. Information and enrolment instructions for new students are available on  Macquarie’s enrolment website .

Orientation takes place the week before classes begin and is the best way to find out what university life has to offer. The day is run entirely by Macquarie’s student volunteers, Mentors@Macquarie, who take new students through the basics of university and help ease the transition into university life. Read about  orientation  and assistance with the transition into university life.

Advanced standing

If you are seeking recognition for prior learning , you must complete an application and provide the relevant supporting evidence. Visit .

Deferment is available to all applicants (excluding other specific degrees), for up to one year only. Diploma, foundation and intensive program students can defer their offer for one term. The offer will lapse if tertiary studies (e.g. Certificate IV and above, university studies) are undertaken during the deferment period.

Fees and charges

Visit the Macquarie University for information about course fees . All students must pay a student contribution for a Commonwealth-supported place (CSP). Payment of a Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) is compulsory for most students.

Financial Assistance

Youth and student allowances.

For details on Youth Allowance, Austudy and ABSTUDY, visit Services Australia website .

The Student Loan Scheme provides assistance to students who are unable to finance basic needs while studying.

Equity Scholarships

Macquarie University offers a range of Equity Scholarships as well as scholarships under the Indigenous Student Success Program (ISSP). These are open to all eligible students applying to, or enrolled at, Macquarie University. All Macquarie Equity and ISSP Scholarships applications are processed centrally through UAC.

Macquarie University Equity Scholarship offerings are under review. Read about  scholarships for up-to-date information.

Other scholarships

The University offers several prizes and scholarships. Read about the  scholarships available.

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• ComparED – The ComparED website provides prospective students with transparent institution information from recent graduates and current students views.
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For more information about the Student Profile, please visit Student Profile explained .

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Identity Moscow

You can be part of a community that is vibrant and distinct. You can live at the pinnacle of Downtown Moscow. You can find your Identity. At Identity, residents will find a place where they can relax, unwind, and escape their busy schedules, all in a prime location conveniently located within walking distance of everything that Downtown Moscow has to offer, along the popular Paradise Path. Identity Moscow offers fully furnished, thoughtfully designed apartments that are both stylish and comfortable. The property offers on-site, secure parking plus resident lounges, private and group work spaces, private outdoor areas for our apartments and townhomes, and a communal rooftop deck. At Identity, it's not about fitting in, it's about standing out. Our location offers the most convenient access to everything in Moscow from the University of Idaho's campus, to restaurants, nightlife, shopping, nature, and recreation.. For those who prefer to get around by bike, Identity Moscow offers a secure, indoor bike storage area with easy access to the parking lot and the Paradise Path for quick trips to campus and downtown Moscow. On-site parking is also available for our residents with cars. At Identity, every luxury apartment from a 1-bedroom unit to a 5-bedroom townhouse comes fully furnished with thoughtful accents and elegant finishes. Modern, stylish furniture creates a stylish setting, while fine details, including stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, custom window treatments, and hardwood-style floors, give the units a sense of refinement. Our Moscow apartments are a homey atmosphere for our residents, but the communal areas allow them to connect with their community while staying active and energetic. The first floor of Identity is dedicated to our residents including group and private work/study rooms, bike storage, multiple lounge spaces, and an on-site fitness facility with a mix of weights and cardio equipment. For residents who prefer to lounge outdoors, our apartments and townhomes offer a variety of outdoor options, including private balcony spaces and rooftop decks on select townhome units. The property also offers a communal rooftop deck for residents and their friends to enjoy throughout the year. To provide enhanced safety, our community offers a 24-hour security presence, regular patrols, a front-desk check-in, and keycard access for all residents. Finding your Identity starts by having a safe, welcoming environment, and that's exactly what our community provides. Contact us today to learn more about Identity Moscow! *Please note that the unit pricing shown below is the price PER PERSON/PER BED.*

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Admit-a-bull // official admissions blog, why campus visits matter and what questions to ask.

By Emily Young | Last Updated: Aug 21, 2024

You constantly hear from everyone (your guidance counselor, admissions advisors, and, hey! even the USF admissions blog) that college campus visits are important. But when you’ve got so many options to choose from — tours, open houses, Admitted Students Day, orientation — it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. How can you tell which event is best for you, and how can you make the most of your visit? You’re in luck: We’ve got the answers you’re looking for.

Let’s talk about why campus visits matter and how to make the most of them — including the questions you should ask.

Campus Visits Are Inspirational  

High school is a marathon — and sometimes it feels pretty grueling, especially when you can’t yet see the finish line. Glimpsing your post-race reward (life at college) can be inspirational. After all, it’s easier to stay motivated when you can actually picture yourself at college. To develop that mental picture, we recommend dropping by your local campus and getting a taste of what’s waiting for you, even as early as freshman year .

“We absolutely welcome first-year high school students if they’re interested in coming on campus,” says Freddie O’Brion, the Campus Tour Manager at USF Tampa.

Bring your friends along for an official tour, sign up for an open house, or explore at your own pace. Whatever you choose, the point is to have fun! Act like you’re in college:

• Grab a slice of pizza at the food court.
• Visit that state-of-the-art marine science building and envision yourself learning how to save the manatees.
• Check out the on-campus art museum and picture your work on display.
• Walk past the recreation center to get a peek at its resort-style swimming pool and busy basketball courts.
• Observe the freedom of college life — students coming to and from residence halls, meeting up with new friends, and hustling to events like comedy nights, movies on the lawn, and Homecoming.

All that kinda makes you want to study for the SAT, doesn’t it?

Make the Most of Your Visit

While you’re on campus, it doesn’t hurt to ask for some pro tips on college prep. “At USF, our admissions office is open for walk-in appointments every weekday,” O’Brion says. “Our admissions advisors are some of the most knowledgeable experts … about what kinds of things you need in order to get into a university.”

Don’t stress about this meeting — it’s not an admissions interview, but simply a chance for you to get the inside scoop. An advisor can tell you how to approach standardized tests, what course credits actually matter, and strategies to make your high school years count. You won’t just leave inspired: you’ll have a game plan, too.

What Questions Should You Ask on a Freshman College Visit?

Ask yourself these questions:

• What excites me about college?
• What do I picture myself studying here? (There’s no rush to figure out your college major — that’s why schools offer exploratory programs ! But throughout high school, check in with yourself about what academic fields, classes, and careers interest you.)
• What extracurriculars and campus clubs look cool to me? Can I get involved in — or even start — something similar at my high school?

Ask the admissions advisor these questions:

• What should I be doing in my high school years to prepare for college?
• What’s the best way to approach standardized tests?
• What is a “high school resume” and how should I start one?

Campus Visits Help You Narrow Your College Application List  

Sophomore year is the perfect time to check out nearby colleges and universities. Next, between the spring of your junior year and fall of your senior year , you’ll want to intentionally visit your target schools, including campuses out-of-state. So, what are your options for college visits?

• A virtual tour . Visiting a ton of different schools can get pricey — especially if they’re spread across the country. “For folks who maybe aren’t sure if they can or want to spend the money to fly in from out of state, I would recommend exploring our pretty robust virtual offerings,” says O’Brion. USF’s virtual tours include 360° panoramic photos that practically transport you to one of our three sunny campuses. Plus, the virtual tours include audio from guides who are current students, so you’ll still discover the campus’ best-kept secrets.
• A self-guided tour. Are you an introvert who’d rather explore the campus on your own? Download a self-guided tour app — an underutilized resource, according to O’Brion: “It gives you all of the information that you would get on a guided tour, but you can do it at your pace.”
• An official campus tour. In the traditional campus tour, you’ll join a group led by a college student guide. The perks? You can ask the tour guide to share their own experiences, giving you valuable insight as you navigate the campus.
• An open house . If you’re serious about the school, an open house might be your best bet, because it includes more activities than the standard tour. At a USF open house, you can explore campus, chat with faculty and current students, hear from financial aid officers, and learn about academics and campus life. “If you’re in your last semester of junior year or you’re a senior, you’re probably going to want to go to an open house so you can get a more in-depth overview of USF,” says Paige Maciaszek, Admissions Special Events Coordinator at the Sarasota-Manatee campus.
• Other admissions events . Contact your local campus to find out what special events they offer. For example, USF Sarasota-Manatee hosts a “college prep night” where high school juniors and seniors can learn general tips about the college search and application process.

Keep in mind that there is no right or wrong way to visit campus. At this stage of the process, the whole point is helping you decide where to apply.

“Frankly, we’re not going to make any admissions decisions based on what events you did or didn’t attend,” O’Brion says. “If you’re looking at all of your options, I really recommend picking what feels best, exciting, and interesting to you, and what works well with your schedule.”

Before visiting in person, research the school so you’ll know what questions to ask and what majors or clubs interest you. Then set up meetings with admissions and financial aid officers, and, if possible, professors in your field(s) of interest. Snag any chance you get to sit in on a class and don’t forget to soak up the campus and surrounding area. Could you see yourself thriving here for four years?

Here’s another tip for out-of-state students: If you’re worried about a big change in climate, you might want to visit during the “worst weather” season. “For Florida, that’s obviously going to be summer and then early fall when it’s usually the hottest,” says Maciaszek. “But to be honest, our campus is beautiful year-round.” (Just make sure you bring sunscreen and plenty of water.)

What Questions Should You Ask on a College Visit?

The school’s website should answer most of your basic questions, such as:

• What is the freshman retention rate?
• How many majors are offered?
• What is the student-to-faculty ratio?
• What extracurricular activities/clubs can students get involved in?
• What on-campus housing is available?
• What are meal plans like?
• What is the diversity of the student population?
• How many classes are taught by professors rather than teaching assistants?
• What special programs and academic opportunities (such as Honors Colleges and undergraduate research) are available?
• What internships and career support are available?
• What resources and support systems are offered (health clinics, counseling centers, gyms, libraries, tutoring centers, etc.)?
• What financial aid and scholarships are available?
• What are the school’s rankings and recognitions?
• What are the school’s four-year and six-year graduation rates?

You can also find out a lot of information about a school’s reputation on third-party websites, like the Princeton Review’s list of the 209 “Best Value Colleges” or the  College Scorecard , which is like a  Consumer Reports  for higher education.

If you can answer these general questions before your visit, then you can ask your student tour guide more specific questions.

• What’s the food like?
• Why did you choose this school?
• What do students do for fun on the weekends?
• What’s your favorite and least favorite thing about the school?
• What are the professors like?
• Where would you recommend students look for work on campus?
• What advice would you give to students considering this school?

“Those student tour guides are the experts,” says Maciaszek. “They might be able to tell you, ‘Here’s how to set yourself up for academic success,’ because they've lived that experience.”

Admitted Students Day Helps You Celebrate Your Acceptance — and Make a Decision

Once you’ve been accepted to a school, Admitted Students Day can help you make your final decision. In fact, if your budget only allows you to visit an out-of-state school one time, you may want to save your trip for this event.

Here’s what you should know:

• Admitted Students Day events are an important way to get in-depth information about whether the school is right for you. Along with a tour of campus, you should get the chance to meet current and prospective students, connect with faculty, learn about academics and extracurriculars, and get practical information on housing, dining, support services, and financial aid.
• Typically, the event lasts a day or half-day and is held in the spring. At USF, Admitted Students Day events take place from January through April.
• You’re welcome to attend whether you’ve already accepted the school’s offer of admission or you’re still deciding.
• Your family can attend with you.
• If you can’t visit in person, many schools offer virtual Admitted Student Days, including USF.

If you’re choosing between schools, take notes at each Admitted Students Day, then make a comparison chart. Weigh important criteria like financial aid, location, majors, extracurriculars, study abroad opportunities, and general vibes.

Remember to have fun at this event! It’s time to celebrate all you’ve accomplished. This school is trying to wow you! That ought to feel good. (Plus, you might even meet your future roommate at one of the activities).

What Questions Should You Ask at Admitted Students Day?

Read through your admissions packet thoroughly so you know the right questions to ask. At this point, you’re seriously considering this school, so you’ll want to get specific.

• What financial aid and scholarship opportunities can the school offer me?
• How can this college help me achieve my academic goals?
• What are graduates in my field doing now?
• What are the regional internship and job opportunities for my field?
• What student success resources does the school offer? (Think about resources that may be especially important to you, such as free mental health counseling or disability accommodations in residence halls.)
• What would my transition to the school look like?  

Orientation Is Essential for College Success

Once you accept a school’s offer of admission, you’ll need to attend an orientation session. Most schools require this event: at USF, for example, you won’t be able to sign up for classes until you attend Orientation.

Here’s what you should know about college orientation:

• At orientation, you’ll meet faculty and staff, connect with other incoming students, learn about academic requirements, get familiar with school resources, and conduct business, like picking up your university ID card. You can also meet with an academic advisor and register for classes.
• Orientation sessions can last anywhere from a day to a week, depending on your school. At USF, the sessions are limited to one day.
• Some schools may offer virtual orientations if you can’t attend in person.
• Register online to choose the date that you want to attend. Unlike other events covered in this article, orientation may cost a fee, so contact the orientation team at your school if this causes you financial difficulty.
• Your parent or guardian can attend family sessions.

Make The Most of Your Visit

Be sure to submit any required documents (like immunization records or documentation of dual enrollment credits) before orientation. Your school will tell you what they need.

If possible, bring your unofficial transcript to orientation so your advisor can see what classes you’ve taken in high school and help you choose the right courses for college. This is especially helpful if you’re starting in the summer and your final transcript isn’t available yet.

What Questions Should You Ask at College Orientation?

At this point, you’re ideally committed to attending this school. Now your questions are no longer about whether it would be a good fit for you, but about how you can successfully make the transition. For example:

• What’s covered in the meal plan?
• What housing options are available to me?
• How do I access health and wellness resources on campus?
• Who can I talk to if I feel overwhelmed during the semester?
• What campus security features/emergency alerts should I know about?
• How do I drop or add a class?
• How do I declare a major?
• How do I access career counseling and how can career counselors help me during my freshman year?
• Can you tell me more about my financial aid and tuition payment options?
• How can I get involved in campus life?
• What first-year experiences are available to freshman students?

Reach Out to Admissions Officers

We know visiting colleges can be a big deal. That’s why we’ve created so many blog posts on the topic. Consult these resources for more in-depth tips:

• How to Prepare for a Campus Tour
• How Campus Visits and Tours Can Affect Your College Decision
• What’s the Best Type of Campus Tour?
• Questions to Ask on a Campus Tour
• College Campus Visits in Summer
• College Campus Visits in Winter
• Tips For Traveling to Out-Of-State Colleges of Interest
• Top Tips for Planning College Road Trips
• Take a Campus Tour from Home

Considering USF? We’d love to welcome you on campus! Reach out to the  Office of Admissions or schedule your tour online today!

About Emily Young

Emily Young is a freelance writer and editor based on the gulf coast of Florida. A proud USF alumna, she cares about connecting readers to resources and helping students find success.

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• Ph.D. in Film & Digital Media with a designated emphasis in Computational Media, University of California, Santa Cruz. 2024
• M.A. in Communication, Culture, & Technology, Georgetown University, 2017
• B.A. in Japanese Language and Literature & Psychology, The George Washington University, 2014
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Yasheng She is a Postdoctoral Fellow at The Habib Institute for Asian Studies. Yasheng explores how public memories of historical events give culturally recognizable texture to (post)apocalyptic imaginations. Yasheng's work on gender, race, games, and visual culture can be found in peer-reviewed journals and edited collections.

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• She, Yasheng. “Designing the Global Body: Japan’s Postwar Modernity in Death Stranding.” In Made in Asia/America , edited by Tara Fickle and Christopher B. Patterson. Duke University Press, 2023. 
• ———. “The Death of Aerith: Traumatic Femininity and Japan’s Postwar Modernity.” In The World of Final Fantasy VII: Essays on the Game and Its Legacy , edited by Jason C. Cash and Craig T. Olsen. Jefferson, North Carolina: McFarland, 2023.

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• She, Yasheng. “A Cure for Woundless Pain: Consumption of Innocence in Japanese Idol Culture.” Journal of Asian Pacific Communication 33, no. 1 (October 8, 2021). https://doi.org/10.1075/japc.00072.she .
• ———. “Melancholic Vortex and Postwar Pacifism in NieR: Automata.” REPLAYING JAPAN 2 (March 2020): 147–55. https://doi.org/10.34382/00013371 .
• ———. “What Is Lost Moving from ‘Shanzhai’ to Global: On the Video Game Genshin Impact (2020).” ACAS , September 29, 2022. https://acas.world/2022/09/29/what-is-lost-moving-from-shanzhai-to-global-on-the-video-game-genshin-impact-2020/ .
• She, Yasheng. “Finding the Post-Postwar Japan in Death Stranding’s Sublime Ruins.” In DiGRA ’23 – Proceedings of the 2023 DiGRA International Conference , 2023. https://dl.digra.org/index.php/dl/article/view/1910 .
• ———. “Working Through Weightlessness in Postwar Japanese Tactical Wargames.” In DiGRA ’20 – Proceedings of the 2020 DiGRA International Conference: Play Everywhere , 2020. https://dl.digra.org/index.php/dl/article/view/1232 .
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