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Undergraduate Admissions
Destination Days: Schedule & Info
Registration
Admitted students can register for Destination Days and other admitted student events by accessing their event portal with their application email and password.
Destination Days Schedule
Build your own day!
| Registration | Campus Center, Auditorium | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. |
| UMass Supports U Expo | Campus Center, Ground Floor Concourse (Near Auditorium) | 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. |
| Finding Success in Your First Semester | Student Union Ballroom | 8:45–9:15 a.m., 1–1:30 p.m. |
| Consolidated Campus Tours | Leaving from Old Chapel | 9 a.m.–3 p.m., on the hour |
| Academic Sessions | Various Locations | 9:30–11:30 a.m., 12:30–2:30 p.m. |
| URep Real Talks | Student Union Cape Cod Lounge, Room 405 | 9–9:30 a.m., 11–11:30 a.m., 2–2:30 p.m. |
| Financial Aid Information Session | Old Chapel, Second Floor | 9:30–10 a.m. and 1–1:30 p.m. |
| Navigating Your New Student Experience | Student Union Ballroom | 10–10:45 a.m., Noon–12:45 p.m. |
| Commonwealth Honors College Information Session | CHC Events Hall | 10:30–11:30 a.m., 12:30–1:30 p.m. |
| Design Your Own Major with BDIC | Student Union Cape Cod Lounge, Room 415 | 11:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m. |
| Discover UMass Global Launch: Spend Your First Semester Abroad (Invite Only) | Old Chapel, Second Floor | 11:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m. |
| URep UMass: Student Voices | Student Union Cape Cod Lounge, Room 405 | 1–1:45 p.m. |
| Pre-Med/Pre-Health Info Session | Integrative Learning Center N151 | 2:45–3:45 p.m. |
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Our faculty, staff, and students are thrilled to see you in person for Destination Days. A full-day event where you can build your own schedule, Destination Days are the best option to connect with your school or college's faculty, staff, and current students! We appreciate you making the trip to UMass Amherst to experience our diverse and inclusive community of dreamers, innovators, creators, and doers. Speaking of creating and doing—this is your day to do just that. These events are exclusively for admitted students.
Check out the schedule and variety of events below and build your own day.
8:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Campus Center Auditorium
Check in, receive a schedule, and pick up your UMass swag!
8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Campus Center, Ground Floor Concourse (Near Auditorium)
Stop by our resources expo to ask questions and get information about financial aid, disability services, cultural centers, academic support and anything else you’re looking for on campus. For more information, visit our resources for admitted students website.
Participating Campus Partners
Isenberg 4+1 Programs (available to all majors)
8:45–9:15 a.m., 1–1:30 p.m.
Student Union Ballroom
Begin your college career at UMass Amherst successfully! Student Success will take you through a presentation following new students as they prepare for arrival on campus through the end of their first semester. Along the way we’ll cover tips, tricks, and strategies to utilize resources early and often to lead to a successful first semester!
9–9:30 a.m., 11–11:30 a.m. and 2–2:30 p.m.
Student Union Cape Cod Lounge, Room 405
Current, diverse students will introduce you to UMass Amherst, share their stories and experiences, and answer your questions. This session is for all admitted students, though especially insightful for students from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, including first-generation and LGBTQ+ students.
This is a student-only space; parents will have opportunities to connect with current students and/or admissions staff during this time.
9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., Noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m.
Leaving from Old Chapel
Experience a 45-minute campus tour with one of our friendly and informative tour guides. Campus tours will not stop at the residence hall. However, if you wish to visit a residence hall, refer to Exploring Residential Living Options.
9:30–11:30 a.m., and 12:30–2:30 p.m.
Connect with faculty, staff, and current students within your admitted school or college!
9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Old Chapel, Second Floor
Financial Aid Services provides valuable information to students and their families during this important time in the college decision process. Learn how to plan for your college expenses, apply for financial aid, search for scholarships, and more. This will also be an opportunity to ask questions in a Q&A format and connect with a financial aid counselor.
10–10:45 a.m. and Noon–12:45 p.m.
Student Union Ballroom
Orientation and Transition is a multi-phase experience developed for new students to discover their place at UMass Amherst. The New Student and Family Programs team coordinates Next for the U, Guide to the U, Ready for the U, and Welcome to the U for new students and their families, as well as Family Weekend. Join our team, including staff and former orientation leaders, to learn more about navigating the new student experience and finding your path at UMass Amherst.
10:30–11:30 a.m. and 12:30–1:30 p.m.
Making the final decision about college and academic success can be difficult. We offer the opportunity for you to learn why you should accept the invitation to join Commonwealth Honors College (CHC) at UMass Amherst, as your destination of choice for your undergraduate college experience. CHC Associate Dean Ann Marie Russell and CHC student ambassadors will present an overview of the benefits of our honors college including the curriculum, academic advising, student and faculty connections, and how we work with all UMass Amherst departments to ensure your overall success. CHC student ambassadors will highlight how they navigate and balance being an honors student. They will answer questions about classes, living and learning communities, innovative programs, research and professional opportunities, and everything that you should know about us. They have been where you are now. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to get your questions answered.
11:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Student Union Cape Cod Lounge, Room 415
Guests are invited to drop in and meet with BDIC advisors to learn about the possibilities of designing your own major through BDIC.
11:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Old Chapel, Second Floor
Join us for a 30-minute session to learn about the Global Launch programs—an opportunity for first-year students to spend their first semester abroad, all while staying on track in their UMass degree. You’ll get a brief overview of the program including locations, academics, and support services, and see how students build intercultural skills by experiencing the culture and daily life of the city they’re in. You’ll also have the chance to meet Global Launch staff and speak directly with alumni about their experiences and personal growth abroad. Come explore whether a Global Launch semester is the right fit for you!
1–1:45 p.m.
Student Union Cape Cod Lounge, Room 405
Talk to current students about why they chose UMass Amherst. Ask them questions to discover what attending our university could mean for you.
2:45–3:45 p.m.
Integrative Learning Center, N151
Join our Pre-Med/Pre-Health advisors and peer advisors to learn more about all the ways that UMass supports students interested in health careers! We will spotlight programs and initiatives to ensure our students are prepared to apply for medical school, dental school, and other pre-health programs.
Around Campus
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While you're here, be sure to check out some of the highlights of the UMass Amherst campus!
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
View a sample student room in Crabtree (Northeast Residential Area) and Moore (Southwest Residential Area). Due to privacy and security considerations students/families will be limited to the main lobby and the sample student rooms in the residence halls.
8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Show your UMass Amherst pride! Visit the UMass Store on campus and use the discount coupon in your program for a 15 percent discount off UMass gear. Exclusions apply.
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Tour the university’s award-winning Recreation Center, which provides comprehensive recreation, student development opportunities, and a wide range of programs, services, and facilities. Tours depart from the member services desk. Take-home materials will be available.
10 a.m.–3 p.m.
The UMass Amherst Makerspace is an interdisciplinary makerspace open to students, staff, and faculty from all majors and disciplines. We provide access to space, tools, equipment, training; help connect individuals; and facilitate mentorship and sharing of knowledge. The makerspace features a wood shop, machine shop, welding studio, sewing area, electronics lab, 3D printing zone, laser cutter, and more.
Dining Commons
Enjoy lunch at any of our four award-winning dining commons, ranked No. 1 Best Campus Food by The Princeton Review. Dine for a special price of $7 (children under 5 years old dine for free; children 5–12 years old dine for half price). Lunch tickets for dining commons can be purchased during morning registration or directly at the dining commons.
11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Visit the W. E. B. Du Bois Library, the tallest academic research library building in the world. Highlights of this building include the lower-level Learning Commons, the breathtaking views from the 23rd floor, the Digital Media Lab, and the W. E. B. Du Bois Center.
On the lower level, the Digital Media Lab provides UMass students, faculty, and staff access to production rooms, sound booths, audio/video equipment, and workstations; spaces and equipment for working with virtual and augmented reality software and hardware; and 3-D printing and scanning services and equipment, in addition to workshops, trainings, and consultations on digital media production.
On the 22nd floor, the W. E. B. Du Bois Center provides a space for students and members of our community to learn about the life, work and legacy of the man for whom the library is named through events, talks, reading groups, outreach and educational programs. Also housed in the Du Bois Library are several campus partners who help support student success such as the Writing Center, the Learning Resource Center, and the Assistive Technology Center.
Visitor Info
Free parking is available in the Campus Center parking garage. (Levels 2 - 6). Cost is free for Destination Day visitors, and the garage is open 24/7. The Upper Garage entrance is located on Campus Center Way. Enter on Level 3 and exit on Level 4. Clearance is 7' 2". Please note, the parking garage has limited space and typically fills before 9:30 AM on event day. Follow the link in your confirmation email to register your vehicle for the garage.
Visitors may also park without a permit in any available non-restricted, non-reserved space or lot. For more information about planning your visit, traveling to campus, and parking at UMass:
In case of inclement weather, event schedule may be modified. Any cancellations due to weather will be made 24 hours in advance.
April 11
Connect with faculty, staff and current students within your admitted school or college!
Join HFA in South College to learn about majors, the college, and meet with professors, students, and academic and career representatives.
Morning Schedule
Dean's Welcome
9:30–9:45 a.m. | Commons area, South College
A welcome and college overview by the dean for admitted students. The event will be held in the college’s recently renovated and expanded South College.
Major Info Sessions
9:45–11 a.m. | Locations listed below
Join us for Q&A Session on HFA Academic Success, Student Life, and Career Development
11–11:30 a.m. | Commons area, South College
Afternoon Schedule
Dean's Welcome
12:30–12:45 p.m. | Commons area, South College
Major Info Sessions
12:45–2 p.m.
Join us for Q&A Session on HFA Academic Success, Student Life, and Career Development
2–2:30 p.m. | Commons area, South College
| Afro-American Studies | Room W205 |
| Architecture | Meet at South College to walk to Design Building (Room 162) |
| Art | Meet at South College to walk to the Art Studio Building (Room 230) |
| Art History | Room W369 |
| Chinese Language and Literature | Room W211 |
| Classics | Room E245 |
| Comparative Literature | Room E245 |
| Computational Linguistics | Room E241 |
| Dance | Commons Area for AM session only |
| English | Room E470 |
| Exploratory Track | Commons Area |
| Film Studies | Room W245 |
| French and Francophone Studies | Room W219 |
| German Studies | W219 for PM session only |
| History | Meet at South College to walk to Herter 601 |
| Italian Studies | Room W219 |
| Japanese Language and Literature | Room W211 |
| Judaic Studies | Room W205 |
| Linguistics | Room E241 |
| Middle Eastern Studies | Room W205 |
| Music | Meet at South College to walk to Bromery Center for the Arts |
| Philosophy | Room W245 |
| Portuguese | Room W219 |
| Russian, Eurasian, and Polish Studies | Room E245 |
| Spanish | Room W219 |
| Theater | Meet at South College to walk to the Theater Department, Randolph W. Bromery Center for the Arts |
| Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies | Room W205 |
Join SBS in the Integrative Learning Center to meet professors and students, learn about majors, and explore topics related to student life and academic success.
Morning Schedule
Welcome Session: 9:30–10:15 a.m.
Integrative Learning Center N151
At this introduction to the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) at UMass Amherst you'll get to participate in a discussion about our SBS Pathways philosophy and the various opportunities available to students. This session features current SBS students from a variety of majors. Hear about their college pathways and ask questions! This session will be followed by the opportunity to meet with representatives from your academic program/major. You will meet other students and key members of your major’s student support team.
Major Sessions: 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Rooms listed below
Afternoon Schedule
Welcome Session: 12:30–1:15 p.m.
Major Sessions: 1:30–2:15 p.m.
Major Sessions Locations
| Anthropology | ILC S231 |
| Communication | ILC N301 |
| Economics | ILC S131 |
| Environmental and Natural Resource Economics | ILC S110 |
| Exploratory Track | ILC N151 |
| Journalism | ILC S414 |
| Landscape Architecture | ILC S220 |
| Legal Studies | ILC S120 |
| Political Science | ILC S140 |
| Public Policy | ILC N101 |
| Managerial Economics | ILC S110 |
| Social Thought and Political Economy | ILC N211 |
| Sociology | ILC N111 |
| Sustainable Community Development | ILC S211 |
Morning Session | |
| 9:30–9:45 a.m. | Dean’s Welcome and Overview | Skinner 112 |
| 9:45–10:45 a.m. | Join us for mock simulation labs, building tours, and information and Q&A sessions. | Skinner 106 & 201 |
Afternoon Session | |
| 12:30–12:45 p.m. | Dean’s Welcome and Overview | Skinner 112 |
| 12:45–1:45 p.m. | Join us for mock simulation labs, building tours, and information and Q&A sessions. | Skinner 106 & 201 |
Isenberg’s academic approach blends innovative coursework with real-world experience, giving students competitive business skills and essential knowledge. The school offers seven majors, and students who want to combine a business degree with another course of study at UMass Amherst can double major. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment for our students, faculty, and staff.
Please note that only students admitted directly to an Isenberg undergraduate degree program should plan to attend these academic sessions. We are unable to accommodate students admitted to UMass who have not been admitted directly to one of our undergraduate degree programs.
Students pre-admitted to an Isenberg graduate 4+1 program should visit the Isenberg table at the UMass Supports U Expo.
Morning Session | |
| 9:30–10 a.m. | Isenberg Welcome: Academic Overview with Nicole Melton Career Services Overview with Holly Lawrence Meet Our Student Ambassadors
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| 10:15–10:45 a.m. | Major Meet & Greet with Faculty and Students:
Isenberg Tours will depart from the Learning Commons at 10:15 and 11 a.m. |
| 11–11:30 a.m. | Resource Fair
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Afternoon Session (See morning session schedule for programing details and locations.) | |
| 12:30–1 p.m. | Welcome and Isenberg Overview |
| 1:15–1:45 p.m. | Department Meet & Greet Isenberg Tours will depart from the Learning Commons at 1:15 and 2 p.m. |
| 2–2:30 p.m. | Resource Fair |
Welcome to SPHHS! Join us to learn more about the school and your major, and hear from students and deans.
Morning Session | |
| 9:30–10:15 a.m. | Welcome and SPHHS student panel session | ISB 135 |
| 10:30–11:15 a.m. | Major Sessions
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Afternoon Session | |
| 12:30–1:15 p.m. | Welcome and SPHHS student panel session | ISB 135 |
| 1:30–2:15 p.m. | Major Sessions
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Special Programming
SPHHS Hub Tours: 11:25 a.m.–12 p.m.
Departing from the ISB Lobby
Join Brigid Williams, Director of Advising and Academic Success, for a walk from ISB to our new SPHHS Hub to explore our new building and classrooms. All SPHHS majors are welcome to attend this building tour.
PreMed/Pre Health: 2:45–3:45 p.m.
Integrative Learning Center N151
Join our Pre-Med/Pre-Health advisors and peer advisors to learn more about all the ways that UMass supports students interested in health careers! We will spotlight programs and initiatives to ensure our students are prepared to apply for medical school, dental school and other pre-health programs.
April 12
Connect with faculty, staff and current students within your admitted school or college!
Morning Session | |
| 9:45–10:15 a.m. | Dean’s Welcome and Overview of Education Programs | Furcolo 125 |
| 10:15–10:45 a.m. | Life as Education Student: Panel with current Education students to tell you more about their experiences. |
| 10:45–11:15 a.m. | Question and Answers with Education Advising Center Staff |
Afternoon Session | |
| 12:30–1 p.m. | Dean’s Welcome and Overview | Furcolo 125 |
| 1–1:30 p.m. | Life as Education Student: Panel with current Education students to tell you more about their experiences. |
| 1:30–2 p.m. | Question and Answers with Education Advising Center Staff |
Join CNS to meet professors and students, learn about majors, and explore topics related to student life and academic success.
Morning Schedule
Dean's Welcome: 9:30–10:10 a.m.
The Frederick C. Tillis Performance Hall (Tillis Hall) in the Randolph W. Bromery Center for the Arts
A welcome and college overview for admitted students and guests. Following the Dean’s Welcome, guests are encouraged to meet with representatives from academic departments.
Major Sessions: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Rooms listed below
Afternoon Schedule
Dean's Welcome: 12:30–1:10 p.m.
Major Sessions: 1:30–2:30 p.m.
Major Sessions Locations
| Astronomy | ILC N101 |
| Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | Life Science Laboratory S330 & Lobby |
| Biology | Tillis Hall |
| Building and Construction Technology | Design Building 162 |
| Chemistry | ISB 221 |
| Earth Systems | Holsworth 203 |
| Environmental Science | Holsworth 203 |
| Exploratory Track | ILC S131 |
| Food Science | Chenoweth Lab 243 |
| Geography | Holsworth 203 |
| Geology | Holsworth 203 |
| Math | ISB 329 |
| Microbiology | Life Science Laboratory 210 |
| Natural Resources Conservation (NRC) | Holsworth 203/308 |
| Neuroscience | ILC S110 |
| Physics | ILC S311 |
| Statistics & Data Science | ISB 321 |
| Stockbridge Majors: Arboriculture, Horticulture, Landscaping, Plant and Soil Sciences, Sustainable Food and Farming, Turfgrass Science | ILC S231 |
| Veterinary and Animal Sciences | ILC S140 |
| VET Tech | Ag Annex B Classroom 140 |
| Psychology | Mahar Auditorium |
Special Programming
BioTAP Information Session: 11:40 a.m.–12:15 p.m. (Invite-only)
Morrill Science Center II Room 222
Biological Sciences Talent Advancement Program (BioTAP), is a residential program for first-year Honors students interested in the life sciences. BioTAP is designed to support first-year life science students both socially and academically by creating a small-college experience within a large research university.
Hadley Farm Tours: 1:30–4 p.m. Last tour at 4 p.m.
111 N. Maple St.
Join us for a tour of UMass Equine and Livestock Research and Education Farm (aka The Hadley Farm) between 1:30-3:30 pm. Guided tours will leave from the main parking lot area every 30 minutes. This 130-acre farm is home to the Dorset sheep, Boer goats and horses used in our classes in pre-veterinary medical studies, veterinary technology and animal management. Spring is in the air and lambing and kidding season is just starting. Come learn about what we do!
Morning Session | ILC S211
| 9:30–10:15 a.m. | Welcome to the Interdisciplinary Exploratory Track! |
| 10:15–10:45 a.m. | Career Resources and Support with Associate Director of Professional Transitions, Joanna Miles |
| 10:45–11:15 a.m. | Exploratory Track in Interdisciplinary Studies Panel |
| 11:15–11:30 a.m. | Questions and Answers |
Afternoon Session | ILC S211
| 12:30–1:15 p.m. | Welcome to the Interdisciplinary Exploratory Track! |
| 1:15–1:45 p.m. | Career Resources and Support with Associate Director of Professional Transitions, Joanna Miles |
| 1:45–2:15 p.m. | Exploratory Track in Interdisciplinary Studies Panel |
| 2:15–2:30 p.m. | Questions and Answers |
Hear from CICS Academic Dean Jack Wileden, informatics and CS faculty, advising, career development, and a panel of student leaders about life at the college, our majors, and co-curricular student opportunities. Then tour our new Computer Science Laboratories Building!
Integrative Learning Center N151
Morning Session
9:30–10:30 a.m.
Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences Welcome and Academic Session
10:30–11:30 a.m.
Walking tour of the new Computer Sciences Laboratories Building
Afternoon Session
12:30–1:30 p.m.
Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences Welcome and Academic Session
1:30–2:30 p.m.
Walking tour of the new Computer Sciences Laboratories Building
Morning Session | |
| 9:30–10 a.m. | Welcome Remarks | Bowker Auditorium |
| 10–11:30 a.m. | Major Breakout Sessions | Locations listed below |
Afternoon Session | |
| 12:30–1 p.m. | Welcome Remarks| Bowker Auditorium |
| 1–2:30 p.m. | Major Breakout Sessions | Locations listed below |
Special Programming: Riccio College of Engineering Drop-in Session
Marcus Hall 128 (Engineering Hub)
1:30–3 p.m.
Come by to get your questions answered about the College of Engineering. Representatives from the College of Engineering—Scott Civjan, Associate Dean for Undergraduate Affairs; Julia Hoke, Assistant Dean for Advising and Student Success; and/or Paula Rees, Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion—will be available for open-ended discussions and can connect you to resources including our Office of Student Affairs; student chapters of professional organizations throughout the college, including five affinity-based engineering societies (National Society of Black Engineers, Society of Hispanic Engineers, Society of Women Engineers, Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers, Out in STEM); RISE and RAP programs; Career Center; and many other programs supporting student success. Please stop by and say hello!
Major Breakout Locations
General engineering majors are welcome to join any of the major sessions.
| Biomedical Engineering Events include a Q&A with a faculty member, as well as an undergraduate student panel and a student-led tour of undergraduate teaching labs and research lab space. | ILC S240 |
| Chemical Engineering Events include a presentation from the Undergraduate Program Director and a panel discussion with current students followed by a tour of the senior lab space and the Life Sciences Laboratories (LSL) building to explore places where undergraduates can collaborate with faculty on cutting-edge life science research. | ILC S220 |
| Civil and Environmental Engineering Events include Department Head's “What is CEE?” presentation, Q&A sessions for parents/faculty and students/CEE students, and laboratory tours/demonstrations | Marston 132 |
| Electrical and Computer Engineering Events include a Q&A with an undergraduate student panel hosted by the department head and undergraduate program director and a tour of the department’s senior design project lab and makerspace. | Marcus 131 |
| Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Events include undergraduate student-led tours of academic, lab, and students' competitive team spaces. Families will attend a departmental overview and meet with an undergraduate student panel. | ELab II, Room 119 |
Morning Schedule
Dean's Welcome
9:30–10:10 a.m.
The Frederick C. Tillis Performance Hall (Tillis Hall) in the Randolph W. Bromery Center for the Arts
A welcome and overview of the College of Natural Sciences and the Stockbridge School of Agriculture for admitted students and guests.
Stockbridge Overview
10:30–10:45 a.m.
Integrative Learning Center S231
Stockbridge Guided Tours by Major(s) of Interest
10:45 a.m.–11:30
Stockbridge faculty and students will lead these tours and answer your questions. Depending on major, tour stops may include:
- CNS Research Greenhouse
- Paige Lab
- Franklin Permaculture Garden
- Clark Hydroponic Greenhouse
- Olver Design Studios and Landscaped Garden
- Champion Trees in Frank A. Waugh Arboretum
Afternoon Schedule
Dean's Welcome
12:30–1:10 p.m.
The Frederick C. Tillis Performance Hall (Tillis Hall) in the Randolph W. Bromery Center for the Arts
Stockbridge Overview
1:30–1:45 p.m.
Integrative Learning Center S231
Stockbridge Guided Tours by Major(s) of Interest
1:45–2:30 p.m.