Events for Admitted First-Year Students
Visitor Information
In case of inclement weather, events may be modified. Any cancellations due to weather will be made 24 hours in advance.
Destination Days
Destination Days are an opportunity for admitted students and their families to visit campus, learn more about their school or college, and get excited about coming to UMass Amherst in the fall! Check your student event portal for more information.
April 11 & 12
Admitted Student Visits
Can’t attend Destination Days? Join us for a special UMass Amherst in-person, on-campus visit for admitted students. This 2.5-hour event includes an overview presentation, current student panel, and campus walking tour, all specifically designed for admitted students. Learn about the benefits and opportunities of a UMass education with drop-in hours at many of our academic offices. Get an inside look at our residential community and housing with a sample student room available in Crabtree (Northeast Residential Area).
March 27
April 17, 20, 21, 22 & 23
The SBS Pathways Center will be open to welcome students and families during Admitted Student Visit Days.
April 17 | SBS info session, 1–2 p.m.
April 21 | Drop-in hours, 1–2:30 p.m.
April 22 | Drop-in hours, 3:30–5 p.m.
April 23 | Drop-in hours, 4–5 p.m.
Day in the Life (Virtual)
Experience a day in the life of a UMass Amherst student! From waking up in a residence hall, to attending classes, to finding the perfect study spot on campus, to grabbing food at our award-winning dining halls, our student tour guides will walk you through a sample day and answer your questions.
April 8 & 22
Day in the Life Parent Edition (Virtual)
Info Sessions (Virtual)
Learn about ways to engage with the UMass community, hear about the student experience, and get ready to take the next steps toward enrolling at UMass! Current students and Admissions Counselors will both participate in this exciting discussion.
April 1, 15 & 29
URep UMass Real Talk (Virtual)
This student-only virtual space is for all admitted students, though especially insightful for students from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, including first generation and LGBTQIA+ students. Current, diverse students will introduce you to UMass Amherst, share their stories and experiences, and answer your questions.
April 9 & 23
Admitted Student Panel: Adapting to Life at UMass Amherst (Virtual)
Adapting to Life at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a virtual panel hosted by current students and young alumni to help answer questions from admitted students who are interested in learning more about the university.
March 31
A New Community Around the Corner
A New Community Around the Corner is a virtual webinar hosted by the Office of Admission for admitted students from the Pioneer Valley and Berkshire County. Come learn about staying engaged on campus, resources available to you, and how to make UMass Amherst your new community.
April 9
UMass Amherst: Home Away from Home (Virtual)
This virtual webinar event is hosted by the Office of Admission in collaboration with the Center for Multicultural Advancement and Student Success, UMass Amherst Hillel, and the Stonewall Center. Come learn about the different spaces that help foster a sense of community and belonging on our campus. We have the resources to make UMass Amherst a home for you.
April 23
Admitted Students Day on the Charles River Campus
Get a head start in your academic and professional pursuits with the UMass Amherst Career Launch program. Greater Boston’s vibrant and diverse industries—technology, finance, healthcare, biotech, and more—create the perfect environment to hone your career aspirations. Begin your UMass Amherst journey in one of the nation’s most dynamic cities, gaining experiences that will prepare you for a rewarding spring semester back in Amherst.
Check out our virtual information sessions or visit the Charles River Campus of UMass Amherst on April 25. You can find more information about the program here.
Navigating Your First Semester with Ease: Join a Residential Academic Program (Virtual)
RAPs at UMass Amherst can help you find your footing during your first semester. Join staff from the Undergraduate Student Success Center for an informative webinar about the unique opportunities RAPs at UMass can offer to you. These living-learning communities provide students with a supportive environment to quickly make new friends, get used to college life, and explore their academic interests by taking courses in their own residence halls. Join us to see if RAP might be the perfect fit for you!
April 27