SPECIAL NOTE FOR TUESDAY FEBRUARY 9, 2010: Current weather forecasts indicate the possibility of snow again this week. Should driving conditions deteriorate to a degree where staff cannot safely arrive on campus and/or tours will not be advisable, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions may deem it necessary to close on Tuesday, February 9. We strongly encourage individuals considering a visit this Tuesday to postpone their visits to another date.

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Come visit! We would love to welcome you to our beautiful campus here in the mountains of southwestern Virginia. We host admissions information sessions every day the university is open, and student-led walking tours when classes are in session. If you are planning your trip well in advance, be sure to check back prior to your visit for up-to-date schedule information.

Directions and Parking

• Our Directions to Campus page provides detailed driving directions. For other modes of transportation, see Directions to Virginia Tech.
• On weekdays you'll need a visitor's parking permit from the Visitor's Center. See Parking Services' visitors page and parking map (PDF) for details.
• On weekends visitors do not need parking permits for most lots. Refer to this list for the exceptions. Be sure to check signs for any 24-hour faculty-staff notations before parking.

Special Needs

If you are a person with a disability and desire assistance or accommodation, please notify the Admissions Office at 540/231-6267 during business hours, Monday through Friday (TDD: 540/231-9175 from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m.). Parking for those with special needs is located on Old Turner Street (you will need to display a handicap parking tag).

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Information Sessions and Tours

Below is a general information session and tour schedule.

• Check out our information session calendars for specific information about sessions and tour times. (Please see links at right for upcoming information session and tour times.
• Advance registration is not necessary for an information session or tour given by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions (unless part of a 10 or more person group visiting campus).
• Please see College and Department Information Sessions for specific department information session times and registration requirements.
• If you are planning on bringing a large group (10 or more prospective students) to campus, visit our group tours section to register in advance.
• Please note that the schedule is subject to change, so be sure to verify the dates and times before your visit.

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions, located at 201 Burruss Hall, is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and most Saturday mornings, 8:30 a.m. until noon, unless the university is closed. Our office is closed on Saturdays in May, June, and other select weekends. On Saturdays when there is a home football game, the office will close after the 10 a.m. tour departs.

If you are a person with a disability and desire assistance or accommodation, please notify the Admissions Office at 540/231-6267 during business hours, Monday through Friday (TDD: 540/231-9175 from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m.).

Group Tours

If you plan to bring a group of 10 or more students to campus, visit our group tours section so we can make special arrangements for your group.

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Make the Most of Your Visit

Below are some suggested ways to get the most out of your time on campus and in Blacksburg.

• Attend an admissions or departmental information session.
• Schedule an appointment with a faculty member in the department of the major in which you are most interested.
• Inquire about entertainment (plays, concerts, speakers, etc.) or athletic events that are taking place on campus. You can find more information on the Virginia Tech Calendar.
• Talk with Virginia Tech students you encounter during your visit. Find out why they chose Tech and learn about their experiences as Hokies.
• Plan to have a meal or snack in one of our award-winning on-campus dining facilities. Be sure to have cash on hand and bring your appetite – menus are available to please every palate.
• Go exploring! In addition to a tour, make sure you see as much of campus and the surrounding area as possible.
• Investigate local hiking, biking, canoeing, and more, or take time for a leisurely drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway.