Weekend & Special Events
Our weekend and special events give you the chance to connect with academic programs, explore campus life and meet students and faculty. Weekend visits are primarily programmed based on academic college, but most are open to any prospective student regardless of your academic interest.
To register for an event, click on a date and complete the online form.
If you have question about visits, please contact our office at ndsu.visit@ndsu.edu or 701-231-8643.
Featured Event
Summer Visit Days
Our Summer Visit Day events will be offered on July 17 and Aug. 7. Programming will include an academic resource fair, admission presentation/student panel, breakout session and a student-led campus tour.
Schedule — A.M. Sessions
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m. | Check-in and Academic Fair |
| 9 a.m. | Welcome |
| 9:45 a.m. |
Breakout Session (choose one):
|
| 10:15 a.m. | Campus Tour |
| 12 p.m. | Complimentary Lunch on Campus |
Schedule — P.M. Sessions
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 12:30 p.m. | Check-in and Academic Fair |
| 1:30 p.m. | Welcome |
| 2:15 p.m. |
Breakout Session (choose one):
|
| 2:45 p.m. | Campus Tour |
College Visit Events
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College of Business
Business at NDSU combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience. Join us to learn more about programs that prepare students with real tools for real outcomes, including Accounting, Business Administration, Business Analytics, Finance, Global Business, Management, Marketing and Supply Chain Management. Experience our main campus and downtown Fargo facilities.
Can’t make the listed date? Look at our other business-focused visits.
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College of Engineering
Engineering at NDSU is about solving problems and building the future. Join us to learn more about programs designed for doing, including Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Construction Engineering/Management, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering and Management, Information Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics and Automation, Software Engineering and General Engineering.
Can’t make the listed dates? Look at our other engineering-focused visits.
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College of Arts and Sciences
Arts and Sciences helps you turn curiosity into a career with a curriculum built for discovery and connection. Join us to learn more about programs with endless possibilities, including Agricultural Communication, Anthropology, Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Criminal Justice, English, Health Education, History, Interior Design, Journalism, Management Communication, Mathematics, Music, Music Education, Philosophy/Ethics/Applied Humanities, Physical Education, Physics, Political Science, Pre-Medicine, Psychology, Public History, Secondary Education, Sociology, Spanish, Strategic Communication, Statistics, Theatre Arts and Women and Gender Studies.
Design, Architecture and Art Majors
Spark creativity and connection with opportunities in Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design; Architecture; Art Education; Disaster Resilience and Emergency Management; Landscape Architecture; Graphic Design; Interior Design; and Visual Arts. Experience our main campus and vibrant downtown Fargo facilities.
Both events will be held Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.
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College of Health and Human Sciences
Health and Human Sciences at NDSU offers hands-on opportunities like clinical placements, internships and student organizations that prepare students for impactful careers. Join us to learn more about programs that power the future, including Exercise Science, Health Services, Human Development and Family Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Nursing, Nutrition Science, Pharmacy, Pre-Physical Therapy, Radiologic Sciences, Respiratory Care and Sport Management.
*Please note that pre-medicine sessions are not covered in this event.
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College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources
Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources offers diverse programs and hands-on opportunities like internships, co-ops and student organizations. Learn about programs that help sustain our world, including Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Sciences, Agricultural Technology, Animal Science, Biotechnology, Economics, Equine Science, Family and Consumer Sciences Education, Food Science, Horticulture and Urban Agriculture, Microbiology, Natural Resources Management, Plant Sciences and Technology, Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Veterinary Technology.
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College of Business
Business at NDSU combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience. Join us to learn more about programs that prepare students with real tools for real outcomes, including Accounting, Business Administration, Business Analytics, Finance, Global Business, Management, Marketing and Supply Chain Management. Experience our main campus and downtown Fargo facilities.
Can’t make the listed date? Look at our other business-focused visits.
2027 Spring Events
Registration and schedules for spring 2027 events will be available around November 1.
Explore More Unique Campus Visits
Discover NDSU
Discover Days are designed for prospective students and their families to experience NDSU firsthand. Join us for a resource fair, welcome, campus tour, academic session and meal on campus. You’ll also have the chance to connect with current students, faculty and staff, and learn about academics, student life, scholarships and more. It’s a great way to get a comprehensive look at what NDSU has to offer before making your college decision.
Discover Days are scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 15, and Friday, Oct. 16, 2026.
Bison Bash and Homecoming Parade
Join in on NDSU's Homecoming festivities!
Bison Bash — a fair with inflatable games, balloon creations, food trucks and activities (4-6:30 p.m.)
Homecoming Parade — held on campus this year, the Office of Admission will have a limited number of front-row seats for the parade at the President’s house, and participants will get to take home their own NDSU lawn chair (starts at 6 p.m.).
Indigenous Student Visit Day
Join us for a special visit day designed for Indigenous students, families and community members. Connect with students, faculty and staff while learning about support services, student life and the admissions process. The event includes a resource fair, welcome, campus tour and lunch.
Indigenous Student Visit Day is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026