Frequently Asked Questions about Fall Open House
- Can I arrive late to the Fall Open House if I have a conflict in the morning?
- Can I leave early from the program?
- Will I be able to have an interview with an Admissions Counselor?
- I have a physical disability, how can I make special accommodations for the day?
- I have sisters and brothers, can I bring them with me to the Fall Open House?
- I am looking at graduate programs at UMass Amherst, would this event be appropriate for me?
- I am a transfer student, would the Fall Open House be appropriate for me?
Can I arrive late to the Fall Open House if I have a conflict in the morning?
Yes. You may arrive whenever you can. Please park in Lot 25 and check-in with staff in the Lobby of the Mullins Center. You will want to pick up the schedule for the day and receive any information you may have missed earlier.
Can I leave early from the program?
Yes. You are welcome to attend any or all of the events and leave whenever you choose.
Will I be able to have an interview with an Admissions Counselor?
While we do not offer one-on-one evaluative interviews with admissions counselors, admissions counselors will be hosting informational meetings for students and parents throughout the Open House. In addition, you may attend one of our regularly scheduled admissions information sessions and campus tours, which are held every day except Sunday and some major holidays (see Visit Campus on the Visitors Center web site for complete information).
I have a physical disability, how can I make special accommodations for the day?
Contact the New Students Orientation Program at 413-545-2621.
I have sisters and brothers, can I bring them with me to the Fall Open House?
Yes. Everyone is welcome, though there is no child care provided.
I am looking at graduate programs at UMass Amherst, would this event be appropriate for me?
No. The Fall Open House is geared towards prospective undergraduates. We would suggest that you contact the Graduate Admissions office at 413-545-0722 for more information on our graduate programs.
I am a transfer student, would the Fall Open House be appropriate for me?
Yes, you are welcome to attend the Fall Open House. Transfer staff and information will be available at the Admissions sessions held throughout the day.
If you still have any questions, please e-mail us at fallopenhouse@admissions.umass.edu.
