Visiting campus is the best way to see what the Yote Life is all about. Whether you join us in person or online, we can't wait to show you what's in store for you at USD.
Experience the USD Campus
From individual campus visits to unique group events, USD offers a variety of options for you to see campus and get to know our Coyote community. Check out your visit options and sign up for an event below.
Individual Campus Visits
When: Monday - Friday
Come see campus for yourself! During your individual campus visit, you will:
Go on a personalized tour of campus
Meet with an admissions counselor
Meet with an academic program or a department (optional)
Learn what's in store for you as a Coyote
Individual campus visits typically last between 90-120 minutes. All visits are by appointment only.
Prospective student athletes should complete the recruiting questionnaire for the sport they wish to play in college. All prospective student athlete campus visit requests are scheduled through the Department of Athletics or by contacting their recruiting coach in their respective sport.
Arriving on campus
When you arrive on campus for your visit, please park in the designated parking lot. You may check-in for your visit in the Wagner Welcome Center lobby.
Coyote Visit Days
When: Fall 2024
There's nothing like stepping foot on the USD campus to experience it for yourself. Join us for Coyote Visit Day where you will take a tour of campus and get an overview of admissions, scholarships, academic programs and life as a Coyote. We think you'll like what you find.
Check-in for Coyote Visit Day is from 8:30 - 9:15 a.m. and the Welcome begins at 9:15 a.m. in the Muenster University Center. Visits are by appointment only, and each session may have limited capacity.
Signing up
To sign up please click the button below, select an available date and answer a few brief questions.
Arriving on campus
When you arrive on campus for your visit, please park in the designated parking lot. A parking pass is not required for your visit. Next, make your way to the Muenster University Center (MUC) to check-in and begin your campus visit.
Fall Open House
When: Saturday, September 28
Our Fall Open House is a great opportunity for you to live the #YoteLife for a day. During your visit you will receive an overview of admissions, scholarships, academic programs and life as a Coyote. There's nothing like a fall Saturday on the University of South Dakota campus, and we want you to experience it for yourself. By the end of the day, you'll want to spend every fall with us!
Signing Up
To sign up please click the button below and answer a few brief questions.
Saturday Morning Visits
When: Select Saturdays, throughout the academic school year
If you want to visit campus on a weekend, then you're in luck with our Saturday Campus Visits! You can look forward to an admissions overview, academic department presentation and touring campus with our Student Ambassador Scholars.
Saturday Morning Visits are scheduled from 9:30-11:30 a.m. All visits are by appointment only and may have limited capacity.
Scheduling your visit
To sign up please click the button below, select an available date and answer a few brief questions.
Arriving on campus
When you arrive on campus for your visit, please park in the designated parking lot. A parking pass is not required for your visit. Next, make your way to the Muenster University Center (MUC) to check-in and begin your campus visit.
USD – Sioux Falls Individual Campus Visits
(In Person & Virtual Options)
When: Monday - Friday
Come check us out for yourself! You’ll go on a tour of campus, meet with an admissions counselor and learn about your options at the University of South Dakota – Sioux Falls. Individual campus visits typically last between 30-60 minutes. In person visits will be offered daily at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.
When you arrive on campus for your visit, you will check in at the front desk of the Classroom Building (4801 N Career Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57107).
We look forward to welcoming you to campus soon!
If the allotted times do not work for a visit, email USDSiouxFalls@usd.edu to find a time that works in your schedule.
Graduate Admissions Visit
If you have already completed a bachelor’s degree and are interested in pursuing advanced education through the USD Graduate School, you can schedule a visit with USD Graduate Admissions. This office will arrange a highly personalized visit for you based on your academic interests. You’ll see campus, meet with a representative from your academic department and have a chance to ask questions about the application and enrollment process.
You can call Graduate Admissions at 605-658-6140 or send an email to gradadmissions@usd.edu to schedule your visit.
Here's a sneak peek of your home away from home. Get a glimpse into what awaits you on campus at USD.
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Meet our team
You may have questions as you go through the college search and enrollment process. Our admissions counselors are here to help you every step of the way.
We work closely with high schools and organizations to bring college-bound students to campus for an engaging and memorable visit experience. If you are an educator or organization interested in planning a group visit for five or more students, click the button below to learn more and sign up.
I decided to come to USD because of how much it felt like home when I visited it on a campus tour. The Al Neuharth Media Center caught my attention right away and I was blown away by all it had to offer. The staff has been encouraging and welcoming since my first day of college.
Kaitlyn Kumm
B.A. Media & Journalism, Strategic Communication '23
Wausa, Nebraska