How do you set up a Carleton visit? It's easy. Just consider the following:

• Consult the Visit Registration website to choose a date to visit.
• Determine how much time you have to spend on campus.
• Decide which activities you'd like to experience
  • Tours (1 hour)
  • Interview (1 hour)
  • Group Information Session (1 hour)
  • Class Visits (M, W - 70 minutes, F - 60 minutes, Tu, Th - 105 minutes)
  • Overnight stay with a current student
• Make your requests by going to our Visit Registration website or call us at 1-800-995-CARL (2275). Planning a good visit takes time so please register two weeks prior to your visit. Your visit itinerary will be confirmed via e-mail.

There are a variety of things to do while you're on campus:

Campus Tours

A campus tour will give you an appreciation of Carleton's facilities and grounds, including the library, academic and social buildings, student residences, and athletic and recreational facilities. The tours are conducted by students, which gives you an opportunity to ask them what it's like to be a Carl. You're also encouraged to walk around on your own or to visit downtown Northfield-just a few blocks from campus.

Group Information Sessions

An admissions counselor can answer all of your questions at an informational session, which provides a general overview of Carleton and the admission process.

Interviews

An interview with an admissions staff member is not required at Carleton, but we strongly encourage it. It's an opportunity for us to get to know you as much as it's an opportunity for you to learn more about the College. It's a mutual exchange of information, not an interrogation. This is an informal meeting, so casual dress is encouraged. NOTE: If you cannot come to campus to interview, we invite you to meet with a Carleton alumnus/a who has been trained to do interviews in your area. These alumni interviews can be scheduled between September 1 and January 15. Please e-mail us at aar@acs.carleton.edu to get more information about setting up an alumni interview.

Classes

Experience the rigor of Carleton's academic life by attending a class that interests you. Classes are held Monday through Friday. Class selection for visiting is best on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Classes last 70 minutes (on Fridays they are shortened to 60 minutes to allow for the weekly convocation). The school day begins at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. On Tuesday and Thursday, classes begin at 8:15 a.m. and last 105 minutes (hence, the preference for Mon., Wed. and Fri. classes by visitors). Please have a few subject areas in mind before registering and we will make every effort to accommodate your requests. Due to space limitations, class visits are reserved for students only.

Overnight Stays

Learn what it's really like to be a student here by staying overnight with a Carleton student in a residence hall. These stays are available only when Carleton is in session, and in the spring, are limited to high school seniors who have been admitted. To accommodate as many visitors as possible, we can arrange for you to stay in a residence hall for one night only.

Airport Car Service

The Admissions Office offers limited transportation to and from the airport on a set schedule. This airport car runs from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and 2:00-4:00 p.m. on Sunday and Monday. This service is offered throughout the academic year, when overnight stays are available. The cost for this is $10 per rider, each way. You will need to make arrangements with the Admissions Office at least one week prior to your arrival/departure date to use this service.

Important Notes

• You should plan to spend at least two hours for a tour and interview or information session.
• Carleton is open year round for visitors, but visiting when classes are in session will give you the most accurate impression of the college.
• Remember: Please visit our Visit Registration Website to register or call the Admissions Office at 800-995-2275 to make your campus visit reservations two weeks prior to your preferred visit date. To request disability accommodations, please call the Admissions Office.