Choose Your Visit
Preview SIUE
Preview SIUE is designed to give high school and transfer students a feel for what SIUE is like and help them make an informed decision about where to attend college. Campus, housing and departmental tours will be available throughout the day. Plan your day on campus and register for tours!
Staff members from the Office of Admissions will also be available to answer questions about the application process and scholarship information. On-site admission will be available for high school seniors and transfer students. An official transcript is required in order to request on-site admission. Official transcripts will be accepted in a sealed envelope.
Use the links below to register for the academic department fair and several tours throughout the day. Plan your day at Preview SIUE!
Fall 2021 Preview SIUE Dates
- Saturday, Oct. 23
- Friday, Nov. 12
Academic Department Fair
- 9-10 a.m.
- 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Noon-1 p.m.
Note: After you register for the academic fair, plan your entire day on campus by registering separately for a campus, housing and/or an academic department tour.
Campus Tours
Campus tours will depart every hour, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Academic Department Tours
Academic department tours will be held at various times throughout the day. Available times will display when you click on the link(s) below to register.
- Department of Anthropology
- Department of Art and Design
- Department of Biological Sciences
- Department of Economics
- Department of English Language and Literature
- Department of Foreign Languages and Literature
- Department of Environmental Sciences
- Department of Mass Communications
- Department of Music
- Department of Physics
- Department of Political Science (Pre-Law)
- Department of Social Work
- Department of Theater and Dance
- School of Pharmacy
- School of Nursing Simulation Lab
- School of Engineering
School of Education, Health and Human Behavior
Saturday, Oct. 23
- Teacher Education: 2 p.m.
- Exercise Science: 2 p.m.
- Nutrition: Noon
- Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology: 2 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 12
- Exercise Science: 2 p.m.
- Nutrition: 2 p.m.
- Psychology: 2 p.m.
- Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology: 2 p.m.
Housing Tours
Tours will depart every 30 minutes, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Agenda
Preview Agenda, Saturday, Oct. 23 (subject to change) [pdf]
Preview Agenda, Friday, Nov. 12 (subject to change) [pdf]
Additional tour opportunities will be added as they become available.
Transfer Visit Day (virtual)
- Friday, Nov. 5, 1-3 p.m.
During virtual Transfer Visit Day, we'll discuss:
- Transfer essentials, including transferring courses to SIUE
- Financial aid
- The transfer student experience at SIUE
Virtual Academic Sessions
School of Pharmacy
Select Tuesdays at 5 p.m.
- October 26
- November 16
- December 14
This virtual academic session is an opportunity to learn more about the pharmacy program at SIUE, including pathways to admission and tips for prospective students. An academic advisor from the School of Pharmacy will provide a detailed presentation and there will be time for questions.
Register for a School of Pharmacy Virtual Academic Session
School of Engineering
Fridays at 3:30 p.m.
- More dates coming soon!
This virtual academic session is an opportunity to learn more about programs in the School of Engineering at SIUE. A staff member from the School will provide a detailed presentation and there will be time for questions.
Register for a School of Engineering Virtual Academic Session
School of Nursing, Traditional
Prospective Student Session
- November 1 and December 6
- 4-5 p.m.
Students interested in the traditional nursing program at SIUE should plan to attend one of these sessions.
Register for a Traditional Nursing Prospective Student Virtual Session
School of Nursing, RN-BS
Prospective Student Session
- October 19 and November 16
- 2 p.m.
- December 14
- 10 a.m.
Learn more about the accelerated RN-BS program at SIUE and get answers to frequently asked questions. Students interested in the RN-BS program should plan to attend one of these sessions.
Register for an RN-BS Prospective Student Virtual Session
School of Nursing Simulation Lab Tours
Join us for a 30-minute tour of our state-of-the-art simulation lab.
- November 5
- 2-4 p.m. (departing every 30 minutes)
- November 8
- Noon-2 p.m. (departing every 30 minutes)
Register for a Simulation Lab Tour
School of Education, Health and Human Behavior
School of Education, Health and Human Behavior virtual academic sessions provide an opportunity to learn more about programs in the School of Education, Health and Human Behavior. A staff member from the School will provide a detailed presentation and there will be time for questions.
Applied Health (Exercise Science, Nutrition, Public Health, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology) and Psychology Session
- November 3 and December 8
- 5 p.m.
Spring 2022
- January 5, February 2, April 6 and May 4
- 5 p.m.
Register for an SEHHB Applied Health Virtual Session
Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education, Secondary Education)
- November 2 and December 7
- 6 p.m.
Spring 2022
- January 4, February 1, April 5 and May 3
- 6 p.m.
Register for an SEHHB Teaching and Learning Virtual Session
Housing
Learn more about living on campus and housing options. A staff member from University Housing will provide a detailed presentation and there will be time for questions.
Fall semester at 3:30 p.m.
- October 19
- November 2 and 16
- December 7
Register for a Housing Virtual Academic Session
College of Arts and Sciences
Learn more about programs in the College of Arts and Sciences at SIUE.
Mondays at 5 p.m.
- October 18
- November 15
Register for a College of Arts and Sciences Virtual Academic Session
School of Business
Learn more about programs in the School of Business at SIUE.
Thursdays at 5:30 p.m.
- October 21
- November 18
- December 16
Explore Days
Whether you are already admitted to SIUE or are still considering your options, Explore Days are a great opportunity to learn more about your academic program of interest. Explore Days offer a more in-depth look at a specific academic area and the opportunity to speak directly with staff from the department.
Fall 2021 Explore Days
School of Pharmacy (in person)- Saturday, Oct. 30, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Register for School of Pharmacy Explore Day
School of Engineering (in person)- Saturday, Nov. 13, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Planning for College Parent Night
- Wednesday, Oct. 27, 7-8 p.m.
Join other prospective SIUE parents and learn more about navigating the college search process, scholarships and financial aid. SIUE admission counselors will be available to answer questions and there will be an opportunity to chat with parents of current SIUE students.
The Zoom link will be provided via email after registration.
Transfer Orientation
- Friday, Dec. 3
Transfer Orientation is a pre-entry advisement and course registration program for admitted transfer students that will help jump-start your SIUE experience.
Illinois Regional College Fair
- March 22, 2022, 6-7:30 p.m.
Join us at SIUE for the Illinois Regional College Fair.
College representatives must register to attend the fair. Registration is not required for students.
For more information and college representative registration, visit the IRCF webpage.
