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.
Scheduling your visit
To sign up please click the button below, select your arrival time and answer a few brief questions. You will also have the opportunity to request appointments with academic programs and other departments on campus by selecting “Add to Itinerary” while completing the campus visit registration form. Requests are confirmed upon department availability and will be included with your visit itinerary.
Arriving on campus
When you arrive on campus for your visit, please park in the designated parking lot. Please stay seated in your vehicle and call the Office of Admissions at 605-658-6223 to check in. Then, a student ambassador will meet you at your vehicle to begin your campus tour.
Saturday Morning Visits
When: Saturdays, beginning Fall 2022
If you want to visit campus on a weekend, then you're in luck. Come to USD for a Saturday Morning Visit. You can look forward to touring campus and meeting with an admissions counselor to learn about the admissions process and get a preview of life as a Coyote.
Saturday Morning Visits typically last 90 minutes and begin at 9:00 and 10:30 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 your arrival time and answer a few brief questions.
Arriving on campus
When you arrive on campus for your visit, please park in the designated parking lot. Please stay seated in your vehicle and call the Office of Admissions at 605-658-6223 to check in. Then, a student ambassador will meet you at your vehicle to begin your campus tour.
Coyote Visit Days
When: Fall 2022
Friday, April 8
Friday, April 22
Friday, April 29
There's nothing like stepping foot on the USD campus to experience it for yourself. Join us during a morning or afternoon session for a tour of campus and 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 begins at 8:45 a.m. for the morning session and 12:45 p.m. for the afternoon session. All 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
After you register, you will receive a confirmation text and email with more information.
Fall Open House When: Saturday, November 5, 2022
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
Check back as the event gets closer to access the registration form.
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. Virtual visits will be offered at 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. All visits are by appointment only.
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).
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.
Call Graduate Admissions at 605-658-6140 or send an email to gradadmissions@usd.edu to schedule your visit.
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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