Campus Visits

Do you have a sense of tradition and pride for Michigan State University? Do you want to learn more about this world-class institution? Come visit one of the best universities - and one of the most beautiful campuses - in North America!

 

Campus tours for prospective students are given Monday through Saturday during the academic year and Monday through Friday during the summer. Reservations (made through the MSU Office of Admissions) are required. Prospective student tours include a residence hall, intramural facility, library, classroom, Sparty statue, academic buildings and the Beal Botanical Gardens. Inside MSU - a program for admitted students - includes presentations by an admissions representative, advisor, and students, as well as information about the library, study abroad, career services, housing, and a short stroll through campus.

Special group tours are available by calling University Housing Conference Services at (517) 353-9300. Reservations are required.

Instructions for self-guided driving and walking tours are also available to download below.
We look forward to your visit!

 

Tours Schedule Starting January, 2007

Admissions Presentations and Campus Tours
Program Description Day/Time/Location Tour Reservation Parking
Admissions Presentation Group presentation for prospective students. Begins with admissions and application information. Campus tour includes a residence hall, classroom, library, and most of north campus.

Monday through Friday
11:00 AM

(except holidays***)

MSU Union (third floor)
Yes*

Validated**

(Must Bring MSU Toll Booth Stub to Presentation)

 
Saturday Program Group presentation for prospective students. Begins with admissions and application information. Campus tour includes a residence hall, classroom, library, and most of north campus.

NOT AVAILABLE
during the summer

(runs between Labor Day and Memorial Day)
(except summer, home football Saturdays, & holidays***)

MSU Union (third floor)
Yes*

Not Validated
Inside MSU Group presentation for admitted high school seniors. Includes student panel, acedemic advisor, admissons representative, study abroad, career services, housing, and a walk through north campus, including a residence hall.

To return in Spring 2008

MSU Union (third floor)

Modified
Validated**
(Must Bring MSU Toll Booth Stub to Presentation

*A guided walking tour of central campus includes visits to a residence hall, classrooms, the main library, and campus landmarks.
**Parking is available in Lot 62W, the visitor parking lot north of Spartan Stadium.
***Holiday dates include Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, Memorial Day, and 4th of July.

The daily admissions presentation and Saturday program consists of a 45 minute presentation by an Admissions Counselor followed by a 60 to 90 minute walking tour. Reservations are required for ALL campus tours.

**** Chicago Area and Central Time Zone Residents:  Remember that Michigan is Eastern Time Zone (one hour ahead of Central Time Zone) ****

Tours of individual academic colleges and departments may be arranged by contacting the particular college that interests you. Contact University Housing Conference Services (517) 353-9300 to arrange your special group tour.
The MSU directory phone number is (517) 355-1855.

For more information, please visit the Office of Admissions and Scholarships.

Be A Tour Guide

Do you have a love for Michigan State University? Do you enjoy showing off your campus to friends, family, and guests? Join the Campus Tours program! As a guide and ambassador for the University, you will give tours to prospective students, parents, and other visitors. Being a tour guide means being a member of the Student Alumni Foundation, which offers discounts at many local businesses. Come see what we are all about at 333 Union Building!

For further information, contact the Student Alumni Foundation at (517) 355-4458 or send an email request to tours@msu.edu.
 

Contact Us
Mike DelBene, Co-Director
tours@msu.edu

Elise Chom, Co-Director
tours@msu.edu