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A campus visit is a cornerstone of any college search, and the best way to get to know the Golden Eagle family is to visit. From our hospitality to the buildings and spaces you’ll walk through, you’ll be able to see why so many have chosen to make 51¶ºÄÌ Miss their home. We can’t wait to meet you! 

Campus Tours

Academic Sessions

When

Monday-Friday (excluding holidays, and University breaks)

Where

Check in at

Duration

2 hours

Centennial Gateway

This individualized tour experience is helpful in getting specific questions regarding admissions, scholarships, academic requirements, and more answered.

Includes:

  • One-on-one meeting with an admissions recruiter
  • One-on-one meeting with a representative from area of academic interest
  • Student-led walking tour of campus and a residence hall
  • Optional appointments with the Honors College may also be requested.

Recommended audiences:

  • First-semester high school seniors
  • Second-semester high school juniors
  • Transfer students

Information Sessions

When

Mondays, Fridays, and select Saturdays (excluding holidays and University breaks)

  • 10:30 a.m.
  • 2:00 p.m.

Where

Check in at

Duration

2 hours

students on tour

This group tour experience is a great starting point for a college search. 

Includes:

  • Presentation about admissions, scholarships, campus life, and other aspects of being a Golden Eagle
  • Student-led walking tour of campus and a residence hall

Recommended audiences: 

  • First-semester high school seniors or community college students
  • High school juniors, sophomores, and freshmen

 

Transfer Campus Tour

When

Wednesday (excluding holidays and University breaks)

Where

Check in at

Duration

2 hours

CTE

This individualized tour experience is specifically for Transfer students to get answers to questions regarding admissions, scholarships, academic progress, and campus life. 

Includes:

  • One-on-one meeting with an admissions recruiter
  • One-on-one meeting with a representative from area of academic interest
  • An unofficial transcript evaluation (if provided)
  • Student-led walking tour of campus and a residence hall
  • Optional appointment with the Honors College 

Recommended audience:

  • Transfer student

School Group Tours

When

Wednesdays (excluding holidays and University breaks)

  • 10:00 a.m.

Where

Groups will unload in front of the . 

Duration

2 hours

speaker before a crowd

This type of tour experience is scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis with total capacity set at 100 guests per time slot. This means more than one group can be served at each time slot.

Includes:

  • Presentation about admissions, scholarships, campus life, and other aspects of being a Golden Eagle
  • Student-led walking tour of campus and a residence hall

Recommended audiences:

  • High School (9th-12th grade) or community college-aged school, nonprofit-organization, or college access groups.
  • Groups of 10 or more students.

Additional information:

  • On-campus dining accommodations are not included in the tour and must be arranged by the group through Eagle Dining two weeks prior to the visit.
  • Cash is not accepted at any on-campus dining locations.

Visit Gulf Park Campus

Centennial Gateway at Gulf Park

Gulf Park One-on-One Sessions

When

  • Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays (excluding holidays and University breaks)
  • 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
  • Other weekday appointments available upon request. Please email GP-RecruitmentFREEMississippi for assistance.

Where

Check-in is on the first floor of Hardy Hall.

Duration

1-2 hours

Gulf Park One-on-One Sessions

A customized tour experience where your questions about admissions, scholarships, financial aid, academic requirements, and more will be answered through one-on-one meetings. You also have the opportunity to have a one-on-one meeting with a representative from the area of your academic interest. The session will conclude with a student-led walking tour of our beautiful, beachfront campus.

 

Recruitment Events

Junior Preview Day

Junior Preview Day is our spring visit day experience for high school juniors! Junior Preview Day activities include the following:

  • Campus and residence hall tours
  • Learn about the senior year application process
  • Find out important information about financial aid and scholarship opportunities
  • Engage with faculty and staff in the college of your desired major

Dates:

  • Friday, February 21, 2025
  • Friday, April 25, 2025

Online registration for each event will open one month prior to the event date.

Eagle Preview

Admitted high school seniors, you and your family are invited to join us for a preview of the fun, exciting student life that awaits you at 51¶ºÄÌ Miss!

  • Eagle Preview - Mississippi Gulf Coast
    • Tuesday, March 11, 2025
    • Centennial Plaza, Gulfport, Miss.
  • Eagle Preview - Southeast Louisiana
    • Thursday, March 20, 2025
    • The Greystone, Mandeville, Louisiana
  • Eagle Preview - South Alabama
    • Tuesday, March 25, 2025
    • USS Alabama, Mobile, Ala.

Online registration for each event will open one month prior to the event date.

Going Gold Day

Admitted high school seniors who are 51¶ºÄÌ Miss-bound this fall are invited to join us for Going Gold Day! At this signature spring event, you can:

  • Hear next steps for all things related to becoming a Golden Eagle
  • Celebrate your decision with other future Golden Eagles
  • Visit with Financial Aid, Housing and Residence Life, and other campus offices
  • Register for Orientation
  • Tour freshman residence halls

Date:

  • Saturday, March 22, 2025

Online registration for this event will open one month prior to the event date.

 

Transfer Visit Day

Transfer Visit Day is our spring visit day experience for transfer students! Transfer Visit Day activities include the following:

  • Speak with representatives from your intended academic college
  • Learn more about financial aid and scholarship opportunities for transfer students
  • Visit with University staff and student leaders from departments and student organizations across the campus community
  • Tour campus and a residence hall with a student tour guide

Date:

  • Friday, March 14, 2025

Online registration for this event will open one month prior to the event date.

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