Visit ESF
Come see all that ESF has to offer and explore what it’s like to be a student here. We have plenty of options for visiting — whether it’s in person or online, we hope to see you soon!
Are you an admitted student? Check out our activities just for accepted students.
Open House
Spend a day with other prospective students learning about academic programs, student involvement and leadership opportunities, the ESF/SU relationship; meet faculty and current students; and take a campus tour. Admissions and Financial Aid staff are available all day to answer any questions you may have. Save the dates for Spring 2025 Open Houses! Registration will open early in the spring semester.
Syracuse Campus
Sunday | April 27, 2025
Ranger School Campus
Saturday | April 26, 2025
Campus Visits
College Information Sessions
Join us for an information session and group tour of ESF’s Syracuse campus, where you can get a glimpse of student life, see our residence hall, find out how to apply, learn about financial aid, and discover our academic programs. Select a date below and register as soon as possible.
Daily Appointments
Schedule a visit with our Admissions staff and take a campus tour with an ESF Ambassador at the Syracuse Campus.
Prospective student visits are available at 1:15 p.m. Monday through Friday during the fall semester. The visits are two to two and half hours.
Call (315) 470-6600 to schedule a visit
Note to applicants: We ask that you wait to visit until you have received your admissions decision. You can then schedule the appropriate type of visit. You can submit additional information for review by the Admissions Committee by email to esfinfo@esf.edu or uploading it to your applicant portal.
Self-Guided Tours Syracuse Campus
Visitors are welcome to take a self-guided tour at any time, but please note that some buildings are locked on weekends so the experience will be limited. Note: Centennial Hall, our residence hall is not open for Self-Guided Tours.
Ranger School Daily Appointments
The Ranger School is open to visitors by appointment only. To make a reservation for a weekday or weekend visit, please call the Ranger School at (315) 848-2566 or rangerschool@esf.edu.
Residence Hall Tours
Centennial Hall is only open for Student Ambassador guided tours by appointment. Individual visitors will not be allowed in the residence hall.
Call Undergraduate Admissions at (315) 470-6600 to schedule a visit.
Regional Receptions
Join members of the ESF Admissions Staff for a short presentation, light refreshments, and informal conversation. We’ll share information about admissions, financial aid, academic programs, and student outcomes.
Virtual Option
Virtual Information Session
This event allows prospective students to learn more about academic opportunities and student life at ESF. There will be a 45 minute presentation by an Admissions Counselor followed by a Q&A session.
Reminder for In-Person Visits
Arrive early to allow for parking: Syracuse Campus Maps, Directions, Parking & Accommodations
Wear comfortable shoes and dress with the weather in mind.
Ranger School Campus Maps, Directions, Parking, & Accommodations
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Online Tour
Ranger School Virtual Tour
Take a live, virtual walking tour of the Ranger School in the Adirondack Park.
Call (315) 848-2566 or email rangerschool@esf.edu to schedule.
ESF Virtual Campus Tour
Stay Connected
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