Admissions Visits and Events

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.

Sunday Visits
Designed specifically for students and families beginning the college search process, the Admissions Office will be open on select Sundays throughout the fall and spring. These programs include an information session led by our highly trained and qualified student leaders and a guided tour of campus provided by our Mount Ambassadors, along with the option to eat lunch in our dining hall and/or attend Mass at the Grotto. The noon Mass normally ends after 1:00pm, so we encourage any family interested in attending Mass to register for the 2:30pm session. The program runs from 1:00 to 4:30 p.m., with scheduled discussions at 1:00 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. A guided tour will follow each discussion time and last approximately 45 minutes.  Consider joining us for one of the following Sundays and you can learn firsthand the type of leaders Mount St. Mary’s University is dedicated to developing. Please call the Admissions Office at 1-800-448-4347 to make your reservation.

Sunday, January 24, 2010
Sunday, February 7, 2010 *This event has been cancelled due to predicted severe weather in the Emmitsburg and surrounding areas.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Sunday, May 9, 2010

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 on the dates listed. Click here to register.

Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Day in the Life
A Sunday to Monday overnight visit opportunity for high school seniors to experience the Mount first hand. Visiting students will be hosted by current Mount freshmen and will have the opportunity to attend classes during the day on Monday. A parent program is offered on Monday morning with presentations on various aspects of academics and student life. An optional campus tour, led by one of our Mount Ambassadors, will also be offered at the conclusion of the program. To register please select a date below.

Sunday, January 31 – Monday, February 1, 2010
Sunday, March 14 – Monday, March 15, 2010
Sunday, April 18 – Monday, April 19, 2010

Discovery Day
High school seniors are invited to shadow a current Mount freshman and attend classes. Parents will attend presentations focused on academics, campus life, and financial aid. An optional campus tour, led by one of our Mount Ambassadors, will also be offered at the conclusion of the program. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. Lunch is provided. To register please select a date below.

Monday, February 15, 2010
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Explore the Mount Day
During these group sessions, students and families will take part in an admissions presentation led by a member of the Mount Admissions Staff.  The program includes information about academic programs, student life, athletics, admissions, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.  The program also offers a campus tour led by one of our Mount Ambassadors. To register please click the date below.

Monday, January 18, 2010

Mosaic Day
High school juniors and seniors are invited to understand the ways we are alike and respect the ways we are different in this culturally diverse event.  Minority students will shadow a current Mount freshman and attend classes. Parents will 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 campus tour, led by one of our Mount Ambassadors, will also be offered at the conclusion of the program. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. To register please click the date below.

Friday, April 23, 2010

Founders Scholarship Competition
The Founder’s Scholarship is a four-year, full-tuition scholarship award.  The recipients of this scholarship are selected after completing an on-campus essay exam and a follow-up interview for selected finalists.  Students who are interested in this scholarship competition must meet certain academic criterion to participate.  To be eligible to participate in the competition, a high school senior MUST have at least a 3.25 cumulative high school grade point average, and have scored a minimum of 1200 (combined Math and Critical Reading/Verbal sections only) on the SAT or a 27 or higher on the ACT. 

Students who qualify to participate in the scholarship competition will be invited by the Admissions Office in December of their senior year.  If you qualify but do not receive an invitation in the mail, please contact the Admissions Office at 800-448-4347.

Saturday, January 23, 2010
Saturday, January 30, 2010

Academic Major Day
An opportunity for accepted students to get an in-depth look at what it’s like to be a Mount student.  Students will investigate the academic opportunities available in their intended major by sitting in on major-specific classes and interacting with faculty and current students. To register please click the date below.

Friday, February 12, 2010

Accepted Students Day
A day dedicated to you, the members of the class of 2014!  This program will provide opportunities for 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 this opportunity to learn more about the Mount and ask all of your last-minute questions 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, March 28, 2010

Spring Open House
Designed specifically for high school sophomores and juniors, this program gives students a chance to learn about the Mount's admissions criteria, academics, and various campus and social activities. A campus tour, led by one of our Mount ambassadors, will also be offered. Registration begins at 9:30 am. To register please select a date below.

Sunday, February 21, 2010
Sunday, April 11, 2010

Please Note - Programs may be subject to cancellation or delays due to inclement weather. View our inclement weather policy here.