Ways to Visit
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 Southern Miss their home. We can’t wait to meet you!
Campus Tours
Academic Sessions
When
Monday-Friday (excluding Wednesdays, holidays, and University breaks)
Where
Check in at Kennard Washington Hall
Duration
2 hours
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)
- 10:00 a.m.
- 1:30 p.m.
Where
Check in at Kennard Washington Hall
Duration
1.5 hours
SCHEDULE THIS 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
Admitted Student Tours
Whether you’ve already visited or haven’t come yet to check out your new home, this tour experience aims to connect you to the student life and academic areas.
Includes:
- One-on-one, next steps consult with an admissions recruiter
- One-on-one meetings with a representative from your area of academic or extracurricular interest
- Student-led walking tour of campus
- Optional residence hall tour (select from 5 halls)
- Optional tour of the Payne Center
Recommended Audiences:
- High school seniors who have already been admitted to the University*
- Community college or transfer students who have already been admitted to the University*
* We will check decision statuses upon registration to confirm.
School Group Tours
When
Wednesdays (excluding holidays and University breaks)
- 10:00 a.m.
- 1:30 p.m.
Where
Groups will unload in front of the Aubrey K. Lucas Administration Building.
Duration
2 hours
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
Gulf Park Information Sessions and One-on-One Sessions
When
Information Sessions
- Fridays (excluding holidays and university breaks)
- 10:00 a.m.
Academic Sessions
- Monday & Thursdays (excluding holidays and University breaks)
Where
Check-in is on the first floor of the Library.
Duration
2 hours
Gulf Park Information Sessions
A group tour experience that is a great starting point for your college search. Presentations will be given about admissions, scholarships, financial aid, campus life, and a student-led walking tour of our beautiful, beachfront campus.
Recommended Audiences:
- First-semester high school seniors
- Second-semester high school juniors
- Community college or transfer students
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. The session will conclude with a student-led walking tour of our beautiful, beachfront campus.
Recommended Audiences:
- First-semester high school seniors
- Second-semester high school juniors
- Community college or transfer students
Recruitment Events
Undergraduate Admissions will help you with questions about requirements, transfer credits, scholarships and more.