
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 TOURThis 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
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
Black and Gold Days
Black and Gold Day is our fall visit day experience for high school juniors and seniors and their guests! Black and Gold Day activities include the following:
- Campus and residence hall tours
- Admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and student life overview
- Academic programs fair
- Student organizations and campus resource fair
2023 Black and Gold Day Dates:
- Saturday, September 16
- This event has passed.
- Monday, October 9
- Saturday, November 4
Registration will open one month prior to the event.
Info Nights
Southern Miss is coming to your area! At Information Nights, you and your guests can:
- Hear from Southern Miss Admissions representatives about the application process
- Visit with representatives from key campus departments
- Learn what freshman scholarship and financial aid opportunities are available
- Discover the fun, rewarding college experience that's waiting for you at Southern
Miss
Gulf Coast Information Night
Date: Monday, September 11, 2023, 6 p.m.
Location: MS Coast Coliseum, Biloxi, Miss.
This event has passed.
Jackson Metro Information Night
Date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023, 6 p.m.
Location: Hilton Jackson, Jackson, Miss.
This event has passed.
North MS/Memphis Information Night
Date: Monday, September 25, 2023, 6 p.m.
Location: Coffee Central, Hernando, Miss.
Pre-registration for this event has passed. If you would like to attend, please register at event check-in.
Tupelo Information Night
Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023, 6 p.m.
Location: Crave, Tupelo, Miss.
Pre-registration for this event has passed. If you would like to attend, please register at event check-in.
Mobile Information Night
Date: Thursday, October 12, 2023, 6 p.m.
Location: Moe's Original Bar-B-Que, Mobile, Ala.
Meridian Information Night
Date: Monday, October 16, 2023, 6 p.m.
Location: Threefoot Hotel, Meridian, Miss.
South Louisiana Information Night
Date: Tuesday, November 7, 2023, 6 p.m.
Location: The Greystone, Mandeville, LA
Registration will open on October 7, 2023
Huntsville Information Night
Date: Monday, November 13, 2023, 6 p.m.
Location: The Canteen at Stovehouse Event Center, Huntsville, Ala.
Registration will open on October 13, 2023
Birmingham Information Night
Date: Tuesday, November 14, 2023, 6 p.m.
Location: Moe's Original Bar-B-Que, Birmingham, Ala.
Registration will open on October 14, 2023
Transfer Visit Days
Transfer Visit Day is our fall visit experience for transfer students and guests! At Transfer Visit Day, you can:
- Speak with representatives from your intended academic college
- Learn more about financial aid and scholarship opportunities for transfer students
- Visit with University staff and student leaders from departments and student organizations across the campus community
- Tour campus and a residence hall with a student tour guide
Date:
Friday, October 27
Registration will open one month prior to the event.
Explore and Soar!
Explore and Soar is our fall visit experience for high school freshmen, sophomores and juniors! At Explore and Soar, you can:
- Hear from current Southern Miss students about their campus life experiences,
- Stroll through our beautiful campus and tour a residence hall, and
- Learn about our unique student traditions!

Undergraduate Admissions will help you with questions about requirements, transfer credits, scholarships and more.