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Visit the iSchool

We offer a range of on campus and online visit options—from open houses and information sessions to one-on-one meetings with our admissions staff. you’ll have the opportunity to tour campus, talk to faculty and staff, and sit in on a class. we look forward to meeting you., undergraduate programs.

Get to know us better, meet our community, and envision yourself as an iSchooler, whether you’re a first year student, or a transfer student.

Explore Undergraduate Visit Options

Graduate Programs

Find out what graduate study is like here, meet faculty, and learn more about how we can help you reach your academic and career goals.

Explore Graduate Visit Options

Virtual Tour

We might not be able to roll out the red carpet in person, but we can take you on a virtual tour of campus so that you get a sense of what it’s all about.

Plan a Visit

We are excited to welcome prospective students and their families to visit Syracuse University!

Weekday Campus Visits for Admitted Students

We are offering Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) info sessions and lab tours for admitted students on  most  weekdays this spring.  See the registration calendar to register for your campus visit for admitted students .  Please select an Engineering and Computer Science info session when you register for your campus visit. For  most  weekdays, the campus visit itinerary for admitted students will look like this:

Campus Visit (includes admissions info session + campus tour) for Admitted Students

10:30 a.m. – Meet at the Office of Admissions, 401 University Place

Engineering and Computer Science Info Session (includes tour of labs) for Admitted Students

1:30 p.m. – Meet at Room 123 Link Hall

Please be sure to register online. You will register for the campus visit and the Engineering and Computer Science info session in the same registration form.

In addition, you may schedule a Zoom video chat with Jonathan Hoster, Associate Director for Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment, for a weekday and time of your choosing via this link: 

https://go.oncehub.com/jjhoster

Weekday Campus Visits for High School Juniors

We offer Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) info sessions and lab tours on  most  weekdays.  See the registration calendar to register for your campus visit.  Please select an Engineering and Computer Science info session when you register for your campus visit. For most weekdays, you can choose one of the following options when you register online.

Campus Visit (Includes admissions info session + campus tour)

9:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

Meet at the Office of Admissions, 401 University Place

Engineering and Computer Science Info Session (includes tour of labs)

11:00 a.m. or 3:00 p.m.

Meet at Room 123 Link Hall

Please be sure to register online (link above) to ensure the availability of an Engineering and Computer Science info session for the date of your visit.

For questions about our undergraduate Engineering and Computer Science programs or the undergraduate application and admissions process, please contact Jonathan J. Hoster at  [email protected] .

You may also see the “Virtual Events” section for opportunities to join us for a virtual session to learn about our undergraduate programs.

Step into the Maxwell Community

Plan a Visit

With degrees and professional training programs across public and international affairs and the social sciences—and course offerings in Syracuse, N.Y., Washington, D.C., and partner locations around the world—Maxwell has something for everyone who wants to make a positive impact in their community.

Make a plan to visit us or connect online.

Prospective Student Visits

Prospective undergraduate first-year and transfer students who have not yet applied to Syracuse University have a range of options for in-person and virtual visits, sample classes, admission interviews and more.

In addition to virtual events, prospective graduate students should contact the admission team for your program to schedule an in-person visit or to attend a class.

Can’t get to campus?

Our virtual tour is the next best thing. Immerse yourself in a 360-degree view of campus as you take a tour led by Syracuse University alumni. Or, register to attend a virtual admission event.

Take a Virtual Tour

Connect with an Alumni Ambassador

Learn about the Maxwell School from the people who know it best! Alumni Ambassadors are passionate champions of the Maxwell School who are using their Maxwell education to make real and lasting change in the world. Alumni from every degree program working in a range of organizations and industries are available to answer your questions. Connect with one today.

Public Events at Maxwell

Attend a public event, in person or virtually, and get a taste of what Maxwell School has to offer. With hundreds events each year—including prominent public speakers, lectures, workshops, foreign language conversation tables, research presentations and more—there are so many ways to engage in the intellectual and social life on campus.

October 18, 2024

Maxwell school centennial celebration: awards ceremony.

6:00PM-8:00PM

Maxwell School Centennial Celebration: Open House and Passport to Our Future

Eggers Hall

1:00PM-4:00PM

May 12, 2024

2024 syracuse university commencement.

9:30AM-12:00PM

Syracuse University

Table of contents, self-guided campus tour, crouse-hinds hall.

Welcome to Syracuse University! Begin your tour at 900 South Crouse Ave., the location of the Office of Admissions. Crouse-Hinds Hall is also the home of the Chancellor's Office and several administrative offices. 

National Veterans Resource Center

The s.i. newhouse school of public communications.

The Newhouse School is one of the most respected public communications schools in the nation. Newhouse offers eight communications majors that range from broadcast and digital journalism to television, radio, and film. Inside the three-building complex, students can utilize the latest in communications technology that includes editing suites, The Diane and Bob Miron Digital News Center, and the cutting-edge media facility Dick Clark Studios. Other famous Newhouse alumni include Mike Tirico and Mary Calvi.

Crouse College

At the top of the winding steps sits the castle-like Crouse College, which has towered over campus since 1889. Crouse is home to the College of Visual and Performing Arts and the Setnor School of Music. The Setnor School of Music provides an exceptional range of programs in musical development. Students in the College of Visual and Performing Arts take classes in a variety of locations across campus. At the top of the building holds the bell tower where a secret society of students, the Chimemasters, ring the bells three times a day. Notable VPA alumni include Bob Costas, Betsey Johnson, and Aaron Sorkin.

Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Eggers Hall

The signature statue of Abraham Lincoln resides on the grounds outside both Maxwell and Eggers. Maxwell provides professional degree programs in public administration, international relations, and public policy. Undergraduate instruction is offered in the social sciences which includes, but not limited to, policy studies and citizenship and civic engagement through the College of Arts and Sciences. Students at the undergraduate level who take social sciences courses learn from the reputable faculty that earns Maxwell top rankings in graduate education and research.

David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics

Named after renowned sports agent David B. Falk ('72) and his wife Rhonda S. Falk ('74), the college is committed to an education that provides professional advancement. Academics in Falk College range from ten undergraduate majors from sport management to public health. Programs are focused in providing services to better the physical and emotional well-being of individuals and communities. Students are given both classroom and hands-on learning experiences, including semester long internship opportunities. The balcony between the two buildings offers a view toward Dineen Hall, home of the College of Law. Due to COVID regulations, entry in the buildings is restricted.

The Stadium

Since opening in 1980, the 50,000-seat "Loud House" has hosted Syracuse University's football, basketball and lacrosse games, as well as a variety of performances and celebrations. University first-year convocation and graduation commencement ceremonies are held in the Stadium, where students begin and end their student career. The Stadium holds one of the largest record attendances for a college men’s basketball game of 35,642 fans. In 2019, renovations to the Stadium began in order to enhance the visitor experience.  A permanent roof, air conditioning, and a vertically hung scoreboard are a few of the many improvements. 

Heroy Geology Laboratory

Barnes center at the arch.

The Barnes Center at The Arch provides a holistic approach to health, wellness, and recreation. The complex holds all health and wellness services in a central and convenient location on campus for students, faculty, and staff including Health Services, the Counseling Center, the Office of Health Promotion, and Recreation Services. Amenities in the Barnes Center include a multi-floor fitness center, a world-class climbing wall, an Esports gaming room, a multi-use pool, and athletic courts. Mindfulness resources include a pet therapy room, the MindSpa, and massage chairs. Due to COVID regulations, entry in the buildings is restricted.

Kenneth A. Shaw Quadrangle

The heart of the Syracuse University campus is the Kenneth A. Shaw Quadrangle, known as 'The Quad.' Surrounded by numerous academic buildings, the central green space on campus is a popular area where students enjoy spending time relaxing and being with friends in between classes, especially on a warm day. The Orange Grove is located along the south end of the Quad where the names of alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of SU are engraved on the paving bricks.

Hendricks Chapel

Huntington beard crouse hall.

Home to the Writing Center, students of any discipline can schedule appointments to receive support for academic , professional, and creative writing. Students can meet in-person, or 24/7 online for advising and proofreading from faculty and graduate assistants. Additionally, on the side of the building, one of the finest pieces of public art on campus is installed: Ben Shahn's 1967 mosaic of The Passion of Sacco and Vanzetti.

Also known as the iSchool, Hinds Hall is the home of the School of Information Studies. The nationally ranked iSchool became the original information school in the country in 1974, expanding on existing programs in library science with course offerings in emerging technologies, and data systems. Offering one undergraduate major of information management and technology, students are encouraged to pursue a wide array of disciplines, such as web development and design, information security, project management and consulting, and data analytics. The broad curriculum prepares graduates for management roles within tech firms and technical teams.

Carnegie Library

Shaffer art building.

The home of the College of Engineering and Computer Science faces Hendricks Chapel across the Quad. Link Hall has many labs dedicated to civil, environmental, biomedical, chemical, mechanical and aerospace engineering research. Syracuse University is one of the only schools in the world to have a full-motion flight simulator like the one in Link Hall, which is so realistic that some hours in it could qualify toward a private pilot instrument rating. Civil and Environmental Engineering students utilize a four-story high bay for concrete structures design and testing as well as water chemistry and soil chemistry laboratories where they study the effects of climate on ecosystems.

Slocum Hall

College place & safety, life sciences complex.

The Center for Science & Technology (CST) is home to Syracuse’s computer science, computer engineering and electrical engineering programs. The Center houses multiple computer and design labs, research facilities and classrooms, including the Center for Advanced Systems and Engineering (CASE).

The Life Sciences Complex (LSC) brings together the biology, chemistry and biochemistry departments for interdisciplinary education and research. The facility features state-of-the-art laboratories, a plant growth facility, a greenhouse and an outside laboratory, the Climate Change Garden.

CST and LSC are connected by the Milton Atrium. The Atrium offers student lounge space and houses Information Technology Services’ Service Center and the Life Sciences Café.

Ernie Davis Hall

Bird library, schine student center.

As the hub for student life, Schine is the place to meet, eat, relax, study and attend events. It features open and accessible spaces and a central atrium with a two-story video wall.  Schine dining features eateries as Panda Express, Dunkin’, CoreLife Eatery and the Halal Shack. Find Syracuse University apparel, academic resources and other items at the   Campus Store , which also includes a food market and event space. Enjoy concerts and guest lectures in Goldstein Auditorium. At its heart, the Schine Student Center brings together cultural centers, student organizations and other services to encourage collaboration and make students feel at home.

Schine is the campus hub for all student activities and organizations, with their offices located on the second level. There is a large dining center , Schine Dining, where students, faculty, and staff can get food and beverages to go, or can sit and eat with friends. Goldstein Auditorium is located in the Schine Student Center where numerous student organizations, guest speakers, and concerts perform on stage to large audiences. The Campus Store is also located in Schine where you are able to purchase all your Orange gear needs! 

Hall of Languages

The oldest building on campus, the Hall of Languages, houses the main offices for the College of Arts & Sciences, the intellectual core of the University's curriculum and the home college for one-third of SU's 15,000 undergraduate students. The monument directly in front of the Hall of Languages, the Place of Remembrance, is dedicated to the 270 people whose lives were lost in the December 21, 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland. Thirty-five Syracuse students returning home after studying abroad lost their lives in the attack. Each academic year, SU selects 35 rising seniors, the Remembrance Scholars, to represent these Syracuse students. Remembrance Week is hosted in the fall with events designed by the scholars to honor the 35 Syracuse students who were victims of the attack. Due to COVID regulations, entry in the buildings is restricted.

Huntington Hall

Follow the path between Schine and Newhouse and continue down University Avenue to a building on the left that dates back to the 1880s. This is the home of the School of Education. The School of Education offers several undergraduate teacher certification programs and a non-teacher prep program. Students studying to become certified teachers have the opportunity to begin observing in classrooms at local schools as early as their first semester freshman year.

Whitman School of Management

The Martin j. Whitman School of Management is the business school at Syracuse and was established in 1919. The school's nationally ranked programs span eight undergraduate majors including entrepreneurship, marketing, and finance. The well-known Impress Program divides newly admitted Whitman students into four "houses," where they earn points for their cohorts by attending career fairs, becoming excel certified, and participating in etiquette dinners. Business students at SU prior to graduation gain professional development experiences and in-demand skills that employers seek.

Marshall Street

Plan Your Visit

The Newhouse Visitors Center is “home base” for prospective students (and their families) who want to learn more about their future at the Newhouse School. Join us in person or virtually to find out what the Newhouse School is all about.

How to Schedule Your Newhouse Visit

Come visit us in person for daily tours and information sessions.  We can’t wait to tell you more about our undergraduate programs, extracurricular opportunities and student life. Schedule your visit with us through the Syracuse University  campus visits page . If you want a more in-depth experience, come for one of our  Orange Preview  days.

We’d love it if you tell us in advance, but we take drop-ins too. If you want to see Newhouse, we’ll show it to you. You can contact the Newhouse Visitors Center at  315-443-4493  or  email us .

The Visitors Center is in the lobby of Newhouse One. Weekday tours are at 11am and 3pm. Saturday tours are at 10:30am and 11:30am.

The Newhouse Tour

With over 250,000 square feet of space, we won’t be able to show you everything, but we’ll certainly give you the highlights. The tour features visits to classrooms, computer labs, collaboration spaces, community areas, and our state-of-the-art studios.

Newhouse Ambassadors

Your tour guide will be a Newhouse Student Ambassador. Feel free to ask our Ambassadors any questions about their experiences at Newhouse and Syracuse. Our Ambassadors represent a diverse student population.

They know the ins and outs of the dining halls, and most are members of student groups and media organizations. In addition to showing you the Newhouse complex, they are here to answer your questions honestly and authentically from their perspective.

@NewhouseSU

Why wait for a tour? Take a look at Newhouse through the eyes of our students. Our @NewhouseSU socials on TikTok and Instagram are run by our student social team. Follow us to keep an eye on what’s going on around Newhouse. Have a question? Send it to them.

Virtual Tours

Nothing can replace the real thing, but you can take a virtual campus tour of Syracuse University.

Admitted Student Visits

If you’ve been accepted to Newhouse, we have a series of in-person and online events just for you.

Graduate Program Tours and Events

If you’re interested in graduate studies you can take a regular tour, but there are a bunch of events scheduled just for you.

Want to Know More?

Ask us your questions.

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CELEBRATING 150 YEARS OF CREATIVE EXCELLENCE 1873 — 2023

Visit Opportunities

If you are a prospective VPA student , please see below the opportunities for you to meet us and learn more about VPA. If you are an admitted VPA student , congratulations! Please see our Visit VPA page for admitted students, where you will find opportunities to visit us this spring.

Information Sessions for Prospective Students

Daily on-campus information sessions.

These in-person sessions include a presentation about VPA, including overviews of the School of Art, School of Design, Department of Film and Media Arts, Department of Drama, Department of Communication and Rhetorical Studies, and the Setnor School of Music. We will also discuss application processes, talent requirements such as auditions and portfolios, and answer any questions you may have.

• In-Person Sessions , Monday-Friday at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. ET as a part of your campus visit with Office of Admissions

Search dates and register for a campus visit

Virtual Information Sessions for Prospective Students

Can’t make it to campus? No worries! We offer virtual sessions to answer all your questions.

• Virtual Information Sessions This session will include a presentation about VPA, including brief overviews of our majors. We will also discuss application processes, talent requirements such as auditions and portfolios, and answer any questions you may have.
• Talent Preparation Virtual Sessions This session will take a deeper dive into how to prepare for an audition or portfolio. We will also share tips on how to prepare for your audition and portfolio submission.
• Department Virtual Sessions These sessions will focus specifically on one area of VPA.  You will have a chance to meet faculty, hear about the majors, and ask any questions.

Please note that virtual information sessions are in Eastern Time. Session dates for 2023-24 will be posted in early fall.

Search dates and register for a virtual session

Events, Auditions, and Portfolio Reviews for Prospective Students

On Drama Audition Days, students applying to acting and musical theater who have successfully prescreened may complete an in-person audition; students applying to theater design and technology, stage management, or the B.S. in theater management may complete the departmental interview at in-person campus events or virtually. 

Drama Audition Days for 2023-24 will be held on the following dates. Applicants may register via the applicant portal, to which you receive access after submitting your Syracuse University application.

Syracuse University Campus

• Friday, January 19, 2024
• Saturday, January 20, 2024
• Friday, January 26, 2024
• Saturday, January 27, 2024
• Friday, February 2, 2024
• Saturday, February 3, 2024

New York City

Ripley Grier Studios, 520 8th Avenue

• Sunday, January 28, 2024

JW Marriott, 151 W. Adams Street

• Monday, February 5, 2024
• Tuesday, February 6, 2024
• Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Los Angeles

Hyatt Regency LAX, 6225 W. Century Boulevard

• Friday, February 9, 2024
• Saturday, February 10, 2024

On Music Audition Days, students applying to the Setnor School of Music may complete the required audition. Music Audition Days for 2023-24 will be held on the dates below.  Applicants may register via the applicant portal, to which you receive access after submitting your Syracuse University application.

• Monday, November 13, 2023

New York City*

Opera America National Opera Center, 330 7th Avenue

• Sunday, January 14, 2024

*Please note that organ,  percussion, and jazz and commercial music drum set auditions are not available at the New York City audition.

Learn why the College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) is the perfect place for you to challenge yourself creatively and explore new perspectives. We’ll have a chance to talk about undergraduate programs, study abroad, portfolio and audition requirements, research opportunities and more. You'll also have a chance to meet the regional admissions team and ask questions.

Thursday, October 12, 2023 6:30-8 p.m. EDT Syracuse University's Lubin House, 11 East 61st Street

Registration required

Sunday, October 22, 2023 2-4 p.m. PDT Syracuse University in Los Angeles (SULA), 4312 Woodman Avenue, Sherman Oaks, California

Interested in applying to Setnor and want to know what a music lesson from Setnor faculty is like? Find out personally with a music lesson.

Trial lessons are offered for juniors and seniors in high school. This opportunity is designed to help students prepare for the required audition. Please review the audition requirements and suggested literature and choose one piece to focus on in your lesson.

More details about preparing for your lesson will be provided as your schedule is finalized. 

Schedule a music lesson

No visual and performing arts college fairs are scheduled at this time.

National Portfolio Day is free for students to attend from anywhere around the world! Join us for any of our events to take your future in art and design above and beyond. Visit the National Portfolio Day website for more information about each event.

VPA will be represented at the following 2023-24 National Portfolio Days. These are in-person events:

• Saturday, September 16, Baltimore, Maryland
• Sunday, September 17, Washington, D.C.
• Sunday, September 24, Atlanta, Georgia
• Saturday, September 30, Houston, Texas
• Sunday, October 1, Dallas, Texas
• Saturday, October 7, New York, New York
• Sunday, October 15, Chicago, Illinois
• Saturday, October 28, Boston, Massachusetts
• Sunday, October 29, Hartford, Connecticut
• Sunday, October 29, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Sunday, November 5, Rochester, New York
• Saturday, November 11, San Diego, California
• Sunday, November 12, Los Angeles, California
• Sunday, November 19, San Francisco, California
• Saturday, January 20, Miami, Florida
• Sunday, January 21, Sarasota, Florida

No additional portfolio events are scheduled at this time.

Tour Our Facilities

Visit The Warehouse, home of the School of Design

Take a virtual tour of the Department of Drama

Check out the ceramics, weaving, jewelry & metalsmithing, printmaking, sculpture, fabrication, woodshop, painting & illustration studios

Tour Crouse College, home of the Setnor School of Music

A glimpse inside Sims Hall, home of CRS

A peek at the photo lab, animation and film studios, equipment cage, sound recording and editing room, and post-production studios

Museum Hours Link

Tuesday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday  noon to 4 p.m. Sunday noon to 4 p.m.

Closed Mondays &  University holidays

Please  join our mailing list  and follow us on Instagram ,   Facebook , and Twitter to stay in touch.

Admitted Student Campus Visit

Expand your Syracuse University visit!

We encourage you to make Falk College a part of your Syracuse University campus visit. We offer Falk College info sessions and facility tours on most weekdays. See the registration calendar to register for your campus visit . Your campus visit schedule would likely follow one of these two options:

Weekday Morning Campus Visit

9:00 a.m. – Admissions Info Session and Campus Tour – Meet at the Office of Admissions, 401 University Place 11:00 a.m. – Falk College Info Session and Facility Tour, 340 White Hall

Weekday Afternoon Campus Visit

1:00 p.m. – Admissions Info Session and Campus Tour – Meet at the Office of Admissions, 401 University Place 3:00 p.m. – Falk College Info Session and Facility Tour, 340 White Hall

Questions about your upcoming visit? Contact the Falk College Admissions Office at 315-443-5555 or [email protected] for more information or to schedule an individual appointment.

Other online resources

• Video tour of the Falk College laboratories and facilities
• Explore our programs of study on YouTube
• Falk College Virtual Events
• Falk College FAQs

More information about planning a Syracuse University campus visit can be found on the Syracuse University Undergraduate Admissions page .

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List of Academic Departments

The interdisciplinary nature of Syracuse will inspire you to expand upon your interests in ways you've never considered.

You can complement your passion for design with a course in photography, or combine a talent for management with a minor in policy studies. Check out each department and learn what we have to offer, then discover what you have to offer the world.

To find descriptions of programs in the departments, you may also consult the  undergraduate majors and minors and  graduate degree programs .