On-Campus Open Houses

Come visit campus on one of our Saturday or weekday events, where you will learn about the University and the admission process, hear from a panel of current students, and join a student-led campus tour.

Saturday Open Houses

Dates and Times

  • Saturday, March 1, 2025 - 9:00am - 1:00pm
  • Saturday, March 22, 2025 - 9:00am - 1:00pm
  • Saturday, April 12, 2025 - 9:00am - 1:00pm

Schedule of Events

  • 9:00am - 10:00am - Check-In & Campus Resource Fair
  • 10:00am - 10:45am - Information Session and Student Panel
  • 10:45am - 12:00pm - Campus Tour
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Lunch at the University Dining Center

Spring 2025 registration will open in January.

Event space is limited, so you will want to reserve your spots early.


Explore Your Major Open Houses

At our Explore Your Major events, you’ll hear from a panel of current Minnesota State Mankato faculty members representing the various majors we offer. You will also have a chance to break out and meet with faculty from individual majors you are interested in.

  • Monday, February 17, 2025 - 8:30am - 2:00pm

Schedule of Events

  • 8:30am - 9:30am - Check-In & Campus Resource Fair
  • 9:30am - 9:55am - Welcome & Admissions Presentation
  • 9:55am - 10:25am - Faculty Panel
  • 10:25am - 12:00pm - Academic Breakout Sessions
  • 11:45am - 1:00pm - Lunch & Residence Hall Room Tours
  • 1:00pm - 2:00pm - Optional Campus Tour

Spring 2025 registration will open in January.

Event space is limited, so you will want to reserve your spots early.


Transfer Maverick Visit Day

At our Transfer Maverick Visit Day, you’ll be able to learn about the transfer process, tour campus, and enjoy lunch in our university dining center. You will also have a chance to connect with academic advisors from the majors you are interested in.

Dates and Times

  • Friday, April 4, 2025 - 9:00am - 1:00pm

Schedule of Events

  • 9:00am-10:00am
    • Check-in & Academic Resource Fair - Centennial Student Union
  • 10:00am -10:45am
    • Admissions Presentation - Centennial Student Union
    • Hear from experts in Admissions to learn about the tools that will be important to students transferring to Minnesota State University, Mankato.
    • Student Panel
  • 10:45am - 12:00pm
    • Campus Tour
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    • Lunch with optional residential hall tours.

Spring 2025 registration will open in January.

Transfer Maverick Visit Day is not mandatory and is not orientation. This in-person, on-campus event is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the transfer experience and ask any questions you may have to ensure your transition to Minnesota State Mankato goes as smoothly as possible.

Event space is limited, so you will want to reserve your spots early.


Accommodations for Students with Disabilities: At Minnesota State University, Mankato students with disabilities may be eligible for reasonable accommodations at any time in their educational journey. If disability-related accommodations are needed for any part of the admission process, please contact Accessibility Resources at 507-389-2825 or ar@mnsu.edu.