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 - Hattiesburg
Individual Visit and Campus Tour
When
By request only (email CampusToursFREEMississippi)
Where
Check in at Kennard Washington Hall
Duration
2 hours
*Please note that academic appointments during summer Individual Visits are subject to availability.
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 Session and Campus Tour
When
Mondays, Fridays, and select Saturdays (excluding holidays and University breaks)
- 10:30 a.m.
- 2:00 p.m.
Where
Check in at Kennard Washington Hall
Duration
2 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
Transfer Student Visit
When
By request only (email CampusToursFREEMississippi%29.%20Admitted transfer students who intend to enroll in fall 2025 should register for a Transfer Orientation session.
Where
Check in at Kennard Washington Hall
Duration
2 hours
This individualized tour experience is specifically for Transfer students to get answers to questions regarding admissions, scholarships, academic progress, and campus life.
Includes:
- One-on-one meeting with an admissions recruiter
- One-on-one meeting with a representative from area of academic interest
- An unofficial transcript evaluation (if provided)
- Student-led walking tour of campus and a residence hall
- Optional appointment with the Honors College
Recommended audience:
- Transfer student
Eagle Express Tram Tour
When
Fridays (excluding holidays and University breaks)
3:00 p.m.
Where
Check in at Kennard Washington Hall
Duration
1 hour
This engaging, one-hour tram tour with limited stops takes you through key parts of campus while offering fun facts, rich traditions, and unique perspectives from your tour guide.
Includes:
- 1 hour tram tour of campus with a Southern Miss staff member
Recommended audiences:
- High school juniors, sophomores, and freshmen
- First-semester high school seniors or community college students
School Group Tours
When
Wednesdays (excluding holidays and University breaks)
- 10:00 a.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.
Recruitment Events - Hattiesburg
Black and Gold Day
Black and Gold Day is our premier fall campus visit for high school juniors and seniors designed to help you explore academics, student life, and everything Southern Miss.
Dates:
- September 27, 2025
- November 15, 2025
Registration will open on August 1.
Information Night
Southern Miss is coming to you! Find out why students choose Southern Miss for a vibrant campus life, meaningful opportunities, and a degree that gets them Ready for Life.
Dates and locations:
- Gulf Coast Information Night
- August 26, 2025
- Louisiana Information Night
- September 4, 2025
- Jackson Information Night
- September 16, 2025
- Mobile Information Night
- September 30, 2025
Registration will open one month before each event.
Gulf Park Ways to Visit
One-on-One Visit

Gulf Park One-on-One Visit
When
- Monday-Friday (excluding holidays and University breaks)
- Other weekday appointments available upon request. Please email GP-RecruitmentFREEMississippi for assistance.
Where
Check-in is on the first floor of Hardy Hall.
Duration
1-2.5 hours
Gulf Park One-on-One Campus Visit
A customized campus visit, where you customize your time on our beautiful, beachfront campus
Choose to:
- Meet with an admissions recruiter
- Meet with financial aid/scholarship representative
- Meet with an academic advisor
- Take a campus tour.
You can select all options or choose one or two. We want to provide you with the needed information in your desired time frame.
Ready, Set, Soar!
Are you interested in fall 2025 enrollment on our Gulf
Park campus? Ready, Set, Soar is an event designed
exclusively for you!

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