Fall Open House

If you are unable to attend Fall Open House but still want to visit the University of Maryland’s campus, we encourage you to explore other visit options on our calendar.

If you were unable to attend this year's Fall Open House but still want to visit the University of Maryland’s campus, we encourage you to explore other visit options on our calendar.

Throughout the event, you'll have the opportunity to create your own schedule and join sessions on a variety of topics, including:

Welcome, Maryland Information Session & Terp Talk Student Panel │Receive an overview of the day, followed by a presentation about UMD, our admission process and a panel of current students sharing their Terp experiences.

Explore Majors at UMD │Connect with representatives, explore majors and learn about opportunities within the University of Maryland’s 12 colleges and schools.

Additional Session Topics:

• Living on campus (Department of Resident Life)
• Financial aid & merit scholarships (Office of Student Financial Aid & Office of Undergraduate Admissions)
• Transfer admission process (Office of Undergraduate Admissions)
• Pre-professional advising programs (for students interested in pursuing law or a variety of health professions)
• UMD's first-year invitation programs (This includes BioFIRE, Carillon Communities, CIVICUS, College Park Scholars, FIRE and Honors College. These first-year invitation only programs provide community for students through shared classes, research and service projects, and special events. Some programs offer living accommodations. To be invited, students must submit a completed application by the Nov. 1 deadline. All majors are invited to join.)

Campus Walking Tour │Experience the vibrant UMD campus for yourself by joining a guided tour led by one of our knowledgeable student tour guides. As you explore, you’ll have the opportunity to see iconic campus landmarks, gain insight into student life, and learn more about what makes our university special. This is your chance to immerse yourself in the UMD experience and envision yourself as part of our community! Tours are based on space availability and will be offered at 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m.

Information Express │Stroll through our information and resource fair, where you can ask questions and gather valuable information from academic departments and student support services. This is a great opportunity to explore your interests, connect with faculty and staff, and learn more about the resources available to help you thrive at UMD.

Terp Talk: The Black and Latine Student Experience | Engage with representatives from UMD's African-American and Latine student communities as they discuss their journeys to college, the challenges they’ve faced, and the vibrant experiences that shape their lives at UMD. Learn how they navigate campus life, build community, and contribute to the diverse spirit of the university.

For those who are interested in making arrangements to stay in the College Park area during your visit, we encourage you to view our Know Before You Go page for accommodation, dining and local transportation options.

Additional activities taking place Fall Open House weekend.

• UMD Friday Night Football Game vs. Northwestern | Get Tickets
• National Gallery of Art, National Gallery Nights | Register
• Find other events in the College Park Area | Search Eventbrite