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Visit Campus
Our campus visits offer prospective students an opportunity to see our college, meet our students, and talk to our professors. It's the best way to determine if Holy Cross is a good fit for you. Come to one of our special Preview Fridays, Tuesday Night Tours, Saints or Game Day Saturdays, or request an appointment for an Individualized Campus Visit. If you are traveling from out of town, please review the helpful links to help you plan your visit.
High school seniors who come to Holy Cross for an official visit between September 1, 2011 and May 1, 2012 of their senior year will receive a one-time $500 Holy Cross Travel Grant as a part of their first year financial assistance package - so plan your visit today!
Preview Fridays
Attend one of our structured Preview Fridays that help you learn about our academic programs, financial aid (including our tuition lock, student life, athletics, and much more! We have two Preview Fridays scheduled for the spring so come and see us.
Spring 2012 Preview Fridays:
Friday, February 17 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST
Friday, March 23 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST
Registration for each Preview Friday begins at 9:30 in the Vincent Atrium. The program begins at 10 AM and includes interest sessions on the admission process, financial aid, academics, and tours of the campus led by our energetic Student Ambassadors. Lunch will be provided for all participants.
Complete our Visit Form and select your date! More information will follow as we confirm your attendance.
Tuesday Night Tours
Admission Counselors are available for a 6:00 PM (EST) talk and tour of campus one Tuesday a month. If you cannot make a daytime visit, this may be a great option for you!
Dates for Tuesday Night Tours: November 8, December 13, January 10, February 7, March 13, or April 17
Complete our Visit Form your date, and indicate which Tuesday you would like to attend. More information will follow as we confirm your attendance.
Saturday Visits
One Saturday a month and on Notre Dame Football Saturdays, group tours and consultations with our Admission Counselors are available at 10:00 AM (EST).
Dates for Saturday Visits: November 12 and 19, December 3, January 28, February 25, March 10, April 7 and May 12.
Please let us know you are coming by completing our Visit Form and indicating which Saturday you plan to attend.
Individualized Campus Visit
If our structured presentations and tours do not fit into your schedule, you may request a personalized meeting with an admission counselor, a financial aid officer, and a tour of campus on a day and time that you choose. Visits last approximately 90 minutes may be scheduled Monday through Friday from 10 AM until 4 PM. Please complete our Visit Form to schedule a campus visit indicating the date and arrival time that works best for you. You may also schedule a visit by calling us at 574-239-8400. Walk-ins are also welcome.
Visitors may enjoy complimentary lunch in our Dining Room from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. and attend the daily student Mass in St. Joseph Chapel.
If you would like to speak to a specific professor, or are interested in meeting with representatives of specific programs such as Athletics, Campus Ministry, Career Development, Global Perspectives, Notre Dame Marching Band or ROTC, please make your request ahead of time so that we can try to accommodate you.
Plan your visit:
Almost 50% of our students are from out of state. If you are not from the local area, here are some links to help you plan a successful visit to Holy Cross.
Click here for directions to campus. Google maps allows you to "search nearby" for hotel accommodations, restaurants, and attractions. If you are making hotel reservations, be sure to let them know that you are visiting Holy Cross College, and ask if they have a special visit rate.
Traveling by plane or taking the "South Shore" from Chicago? The South Bend Regional Airport is your easy, local connection. The South Shore rail line is operated by NICTD and connects South Bend Airport with cities throughout Northwestern Indiana, with a final destination of Downtown Chicago. Click here for the South Shore schedule. Need help getting from there to here? The SBN website links to car rental agencies, taxi services, and local buses.
Planning your visit in conjunction with a Notre Dame football game? Or maybe you are hoping to avoid the extra traffic? Review the 2011 ND football schedule and plan accordingly.
If you have any questions about Preview Fridays, Individualized Campus Visits, or planning your trip, please contact us at admissions@hcc-nd.edu or call us at 574-239-8400.
We look forward to meeting you!