For many high school students, choosing a college begins with a visit. Walking through a residence hall, sitting in a classroom and imagining life on campus can provide the kind of experience that brochures and websites can’t.
University of Mary Washington’s Enhanced Summer Visits – scheduled for Monday, July 13, and Friday, July 24 – offer a deeper dive into the college search and admission process. Attendees will receive campus tours led by current students, unique information sessions, financial aid details and the opportunity to connect one-on-one with Mary Washington’s academic leaders, department heads and deans.
“Students often tell us that visiting campus helps them picture what their college experience could look like,” said Director of First-Year Admission Sarah Lindberg. “Our Enhanced Summer Visits give families additional time to ask questions, learn more about specific academic programs, explore financial aid resources and connect directly with the people who help shape the student experience.”
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Designed for families that want a more comprehensive introduction to UMW, the specialized visits offer a chance to explore academic spaces more closely. Attendees will discover science labs that support undergraduate research, gallery and theatrical spaces that nurture artistic talents, business facilities that encourage entrepreneurship and the recently renovated home of UMW’s education programs. Families are also given time to learn about opportunities outside the classroom, including internships, study abroad programs, community engagement, athletics and more than 150 student clubs and organizations.
The university provides several other options for learning more about campus throughout the summer as well. Weekday visits include information sessions and tours at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. On weekends, campus tours are available on Saturday mornings, beginning with an information session at 11 a.m.
Located midway between Washington, D.C., and Richmond, UMW’s 234-acre campus sits in the heart of Fredericksburg, offering students the chance to experience both a traditional residential campus and one of Virginia’s most historic communities. Admissions staff say summer can be an ideal time to visit the area because students often have greater flexibility in their schedules and can begin narrowing their college choices before the start of a new school year.
“Experiencing a campus and community firsthand allows students to move beyond statistics and rankings and think about where they’ll truly thrive,” Lindberg said. “Whether they’re just beginning their search or preparing to apply, a trip to campus helps them decide what feels like the right fit.”
