Admissions

Experience Our Campus

Discover Days

We are so excited that you are going to be on campus with us soon; we cannot wait to meet you! Discover Days will give you a full- or half-day student experience on CMU's campus. Discover Days are intended for prospective high school or transfer students and their parents.

You can expect:

  • a campus tour with our friendly admissions staff and student representatives,
  • a discovery lecture, *
  • the opportunity to experience Student Life through chapel and on-campus lunch, *
  • conversations with professors,
  • conversations with current students,
  • information sessions featuring topics on financial aid, academic advising, living on campus, and accessibility services,
  • delicious treats from folio café!

* full day only

This is a great opportunity for you to learn more about CMU and ask all the questions you have. Additionally, we will be waiving $80 application fee for any applicants who take part in any one of our Discover Days. This is an opportunity you don't want to miss.

Join us for the 2025 Discover Days on Friday, January 31 and February 28, or Music Discover Day on Friday, February 7 (full day only).

  • Full Day: 8:45 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Afternoon Only: 12:45–3:00 PM

Register for a Discover Day

(registration is required to attend)

January 31 – Full DayJanuary 31 – Afternoon Only
February 28 – Full DayFebruary 28 – Afternoon Only
Music Discover Day – February 7 (Full Day Only)

Open House

Open House events are quick introduction to CMU, designed for prospective students of all ages and their families. This event is dynamic and allows for you to experience CMU at your own pace and in your own time.

You can expect:

  • campus tours, including residences
  • meetings with Admissions and Student Life staff
  • faculty representatives from our Bachelor of Arts, Science, Music, Business, and Social Work programs
  • information booths featuring Blazers Athletics and Student Council
  • draws for prize packs

We cannot wait to see you on Thursday, February 20, 2025 starting at 6:00 PM. No registration required but encouraged!

Open House - February 20

Please note, this event will be hosted in Marpeck Commons, 2299 Grant Ave. If overflow parking is needed, please use the main lot and entrance at 500 Shaftesbury Blvd. There will be staff and signage directing you to Marpeck Commons.

Discover Weekend - Registration Closed for 2024-25!

Fully immerse yourself into community life at CMU by joining Discover Weekend. This is a unique opportunity for non-local students to stay on campus for two nights.

You can expect:

  • the opportunity to experience Student Life through staying in residence and attending classes
  • conversations with professors
  • conversations with current students
  • information sessions featuring our residence, advising, and accessibility services
  • plus off-campus excursions to get to know our city

For a full look at what to expect, check out the tentative schedule here.

Discover Weekend kicks off on the evening of Thursday, November 28 and wraps-up on Saturday, November 30, 2024 in the afternoon.

Thanks for joining us! We'll see you again next year.

Can't make it to a scheduled event? Request your own personal visit!

Request a personal visit

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