Daily Visit Programs 2010-2011 Daily Campus Tours During the academic year the Admissions Office offers student-led campus tours Monday through Friday at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. Reservations are strongly encouraged, as space is limited. Approximate length of tour is 1 hour. Optional discussion with an Admissions representative is also offered. Please call the Admissions Office at 1-800-448-4347 to make your reservation.
Special Visit Programs 2010-2011 Please click on the links below for more information. Visits Open to Everyone: Sunday Visits Around the Mount 3.5 Mountaineer Visits Online Chats CollegeWeekLive.com Events Meet the Mount Nights Mount 2000 Program Mosaic Day Visits for High School Seniors: Open House Overnight Experience A Day at the Mount Founder's Scholarship Competition Accepted Students Day Accepted Student Nights Visits for High School Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors: Preview Events Visits for Transfer Students: Transfer Days Also: See the Mount at Your Regional College Fair Group Visits *Are you a high school guidance counselor? We hope you will consider attending our Financial Aid Workshop!
Sunday Visits Designed specifically for students and families beginning the college search process, Sunday Visits are offered on select weekends throughout the fall and spring. These programs include an information session with our highly trained and qualified student leaders and a student-ledcampus tour, along with the option to eat lunch in our dining hall and/or attend Mass at the Grotto. (The noon Mass normally ends after 1 pm, so we encourage any family interested in attending Mass to register for the 2:30 pm session.) Participants can choose from scheduled discussions at 1 pm or 2:30 pm. A guided tour will follow each discussion time and last approximately 45 minutes. To register please select a date below. Sunday, September 12, 2010 Sunday, September 19, 2010 Sunday, September 26, 2010 Sunday, October 31, 2010 Sunday, November 14, 2010 Sunday, November 21, 2010 Sunday, December 5, 2010 ------------------------------- Sunday, February 6, 2011* Sunday, March 27, 2011* Sunday, May 1, 2011* *Registration for spring dates not yet open. [Back to top.]
Around the Mount 3.5 Come join us for this extended campus tour which will last approximately 3.5 hours. During this program you will have the opportunity to eat lunch in our dining hall, take a campus tour, meet with an admissions representative and tour either the ARCC (our athletic facility) or the National Shrine, Grotto of our Lady of Lourdes (located on our campus). Please know which option you would like when you register. To register please select a date below. Thursday, September 9, 2010 Thursday, October 7, 2010 Thursday, November 11, 2010 ----------------------------------- Thursday, March 3, 2011* Thursday, April 7, 2011* *Registration for spring dates not yet open. [Back to top.]
Transfer Days Currently enrolled at another institution of higher learning and looking to transfer to the Mount? This program is designed to allow you to interact with other students who are also considering transferring through a student-led campus tour and information session with our Transfer Coordinator. To register please select a date below. Tuesday, September 21, 2010 (4-6 pm) Friday, October 1, 2010 (10 am-12 noon) Monday, October 18, 2010 (4-6 pm) Thursday, November 4, 2010 (10 am-12 noon) Tuesday, November 16, 2010 (4-6 pm) Wednesday, December 8, 2010 (10 am-12 noon) -------------------------------------------------------- Wednesday, February 16, 2011 (4-6 pm)* Friday, March 11, 2011 (10 am-12 noon)* Monday, March 21, 2011 (10 am-12 noon)* Wednesday, April 6, 2011 (4-6 pm)* *Registration for spring dates not yet open. [Back to top.]
Mountaineer Visits These group sessions include a presentation with information about academic programs, student life, athletics, admissions, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities, followed by a student-led campus tour. Choose from the morning session, which begins with registration at 9:30 am, or the afternoon session, which begins with registration at 1:30 pm. To register please select a date below. Wednesday, September 29, 2010 Monday, October 11, 2010 ------------------------------ Monday, January 17, 2011* *Registration for spring dates not yet open. [Back to top.]
Open House This program provides senior prospective students and their families the opportunity to take an in-depth look at the Mount’s academic programs, admissions criteria, financial aid information, and various organizations on campus. A student-led campus tour will be offered, followed by lunch in our dining hall. Registration begins at 9:30 am and the program concludes at 2 pm with an optional Mass. All students who attend this program will have their application fee waived. View the agenda for this event. To register please select a date below. Sunday, October 3, 2010 Sunday, November 7, 2010 [Back to top.]
Overnight Experience High school seniors are invited to experience the Mount first-hand during this Sunday to Monday program. Visiting students will be hosted by current Mount freshmen and will have the opportunity to attend classes during the day on Monday. On Monday parents will attend presentations from different departments on campus including admissions, financial aid, academics, learning services, career center, public safety, residence life, center for student diversity, and campus ministry. An optional student-led campus tour will be offered at the conclusion of the program. View the parent and student agendas for this event. To register please select a date below. Sunday, October 3 - Monday, October 4, 2010 Sunday, October 24 - Monday, October 25, 2010 Sunday, November 7 - Monday, November 8, 2010 ---------------------------------------------------------- Sunday, April 10 - Monday, April 11, 2011* Sunday, April 17 - Sunday, April 18, 2011* For those seniors invited to our Founder’s Scholarship Competition, you are also eligible to register for the following Overnight Experiences which are on the same day as the Competition. Only those students attending the Competition can register for one of these two programs. Sunday, January 23 - Monday, January 24, 2011* Sunday, January 30 - Monday, January 31, 2011* *Registration for spring dates not yet open. [Back to top.]
A Day at the Mount High school seniors are invited to shadow a current Mount freshman and attend classes during this one day program. Parents will attend presentations from different departments on campus including admissions, financial aid, academics, learning services, career center, public safety, residence life, center for student diversity, and campus ministry. Lunch will be provided and an optional student-led campus tour will be offered at the conclusion of the program. Registration begins at 9:15 am. View the agenda for this event. To register please select a date below. Wednesday, November 3, 2010 Monday, November 22, 2010 Wednesday, December 1, 2010 ------------------------------------ Monday, February 21, 2011* Wednesday, March 16, 2011* Wednesday, April 27, 2011* *Registration for spring dates not yet open. [Back to top.]
Financial Aid Workshop A program specifically designed for high school guidance counselors, the Financial Aid Workshop is hosted by Dave Reeder, Director of Financial Aid at the Mount. Dave will review changes to the college financial aid system and answer questions from the audience. This program is intended to be a discussion that will leave guidance counselors better prepared to assist their students in the college search process. The program will begin with registration at 9:30 am and will end by noon. Counselors are invited to stay for lunch immediately following the program and a student-led campus tour at 1 pm. To register please select the date below. Wednesday, October 27, 2010 [Back to top.]
Online Chats Join fellow prospective students online to chat with Mount admissions representatives about a multitude of topics - campus life, academics, athletics, financial aid, admissions, and more! If you have questions, this is a great opportunity to get them answered from the comfort of your home. Even if you don't have questions, log on to hear what other students are asking and maybe you'll learn something too! Chat sessions take place from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and the dates will be listed shortly. Come visit the Mount by clicking here to register for this event sponsored by CollegeWeekLive.com. [Back to top.]
CollegeWeekLive.com Events CollegeWeekLive.com is a free virtual college fair where Mount St. Mary’s will host an information booth, just like at a real college fair. If you are unable to make a campus visit, this is a wonderful way to get to know the Mount from the comfort of your own home. Come visit the Mount by clicking here to register for this event sponsored by CollegeWeekLive.com. Wednesday, November 3 – Thursday, November 4, 2010 ----------------------------------------------------------------- Wednesday, March 23 – Thursday, March 24, 2011 [Back to top.]
Meet the Mount Nights Want to learn more about the Mount in person before driving to campus? These events are tailored to high school students and their families in the New York and Virginia areas. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about what makes the Mount a unique place to go to school. Admissions representatives and guest speakers will be on hand to talk with you about academics, financial aid, athletics, campus ministry and more. Registration begins at 7 pm and the program will conclude by 8:30 pm. To register please select a date below. New York Sunday, November 21, 2010 Sunday, December 12, 2010 --------------------------------- Sunday, May 22, 2011* Virginia Sunday, December 12, 2010 *Registration for spring dates not yet open. [Back to top.]
Founder's Scholarship Competition The Founder’s Scholarship is an on-campus essay competition that gives eligible students the opportunity to compete for one of three full-tuition scholarships. Students who meet certain academic criteria will be sent an invitation after all application materials are received; therefore, it is recommended that students who believe that they may be eligible send application materials in the fall of their senior year. The day includes brunch with Mount community members, the exam for students and various information sessions for parents, a student-led campus tour, and an opportunity to learn more about the Honors Program. Registration begins at 9:00 am. Registration for this event is not yet open. To be eligible to participate in the competition, a high school senior MUST have at least a 3.5 cumulative high school grade point average, and have scored a minimum of 1150 (combined Math and Critical Reading/Verbal sections only) on the SAT or a 25 or higher on the ACT. Sunday, January 23, 2011 Sunday, January 30, 2011 [Back to top.]
Mount 2000 Program We are happy to partner with Mount 2000 this year to offer participants an opportunity to tour our campus. Participants in Mount 2000 may register for a student-led campus tour and an information session conducted by an admissions representative. The program will last 2 hours, beginning at 1:00 pm. Registration for this event is not yet open. Friday, February 11, 2011 [Back to top.]
Preview Events Designed specifically for prospective students beginning their college search, this program gives students a chance to learn about the Mount's admissions criteria, academics, and various campus and social activities. A student-led campus tour will also be offered. There will be an optional Mass and lunch will be available on a cash basis. Registration begins at 9:30 am. Registration for this event is not yet open. Sunday, February 27, 2011 Sunday, March 20, 2011 Saturday, July 23, 2011 [Back to top.]
Mosaic Day High school juniors and seniors will learn to understand the ways we are alike and respect the ways we are different in this culturally diverse event. Minority students will shadow current Mount freshmen and attend classes while parents attend presentations focused on academics, campus life, and financial aid. Lunch will be provided as well as the opportunity to explore the clubs and activities offered by the Center for Student Diversity. An optional student-led campus tour will be offered at the conclusion of the program. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. Registration for this event is not yet open. Friday, April 15, 2011 [Back to top.]
Accepted Students Day A day dedicated to you, the members of the Class of 2015! This program will allow you to meet future classmates, explore academic areas of interest, interact with current students, experience some of the clubs and organizations on campus and learn how you can continue developing your leadership skills at the Mount. Join us for one more look at the Mount and get all of your last-minute questions answered before the May 1 deposit deadline. This program is by invitation only for our accepted students. If you have questions, please contact our office directly. Registration for this event is not yet open. Sunday, April 3, 2011 [Back to top.]
Accepted Students Nights Want one more chance to learn about the Mount right in your own backyard before the May 1 deadline? These events are tailored to high school seniors and their families in the New York and Virginia areas. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about what makes the Mount a unique place to go to school. Admissions representatives and guest speakers will be on hand to talk with you about academics, financial aid, athletics, campus ministry and more. Registration begins at 7 pm and the program will conclude by 8:30 pm. Registration for these events is not yet open. New York Sunday, March 6, 2011 Virginia Sunday, March 6, 2011 [Back to top.]
Group Visits Mount St. Mary’s University welcomes groups of high school students to visit our campus and receive an official tour and an admissions discussion. Group tours can ONLY be accommodated with a prior reservation. To request more information about group visits, please click here or call Edward Wright, Assistant Director for Admissions at 301-447-5214 x4449. All group visits must be arranged 3 weeks in advance and are scheduled on a first come, first serve basis based on staff availability. [Back to top.] |