Alfred University will host three Open House events this fall, beginning with the Fall Open House on Friday, Sept. 25.
Open Houses offer prospective students and their families the opportunity to spend a day at Alfred University and experience how exciting and vibrant student life is on campus. Attendees can choose from one of the university’s program-specific events, explore its academic programs, and connect with the campus and local communities.
The first Fall Open House event will be held on Friday, Sept. 25. Those attending the Fall Open House can attend a panel discussion featuring Alfred University alumni, many of whom are on campus for the university’s annual Mentorship Day. It will also include tours of academic facilities; information sessions focused on financial aid and the application process; meeting current students; Student Experience tours, including visits to residence halls; and shuttle trips to the Stull Observatory, Foster Lake recreational area, the Bromeley-Daggett Equestrian Center at Maris Cuneo Equine Park; and Saxon Hill Sports Complex.
On Saturday, Oct. 24, the university will host the Ring of Fire Open House. Held during the annual Ring of Fire event, which in past years has been held in the spring. The Ring of Fire is described as a “an immersive, high-energy celebration of flame-based art and community.” Visitors to the Ring of Fire Open House will take in an iron pour and raku firing and even create something to take home. They will also see live demonstrations of glass blowing, neon, forging, and more. They will also learn about research opportunities at Alfred; take tours of academic facilities; sit for an informational session on financial aid; and take Student Experience tours, including a residence hall.
The Veterans Day Open House will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Students will learn about the different resources they have access to as an AU student and what it means to be a Saxon. There will be mock classes and information sessions for parents/guardians focused on financial aid and student life. The day will also feature tours of campus facilities, including academic buildings, a residence hall, classrooms, labs, and studios.
All students who visit Alfred University receive a $1,000 per year visit grant if they visit before March 1 of their senior year of high school.
"We know travel costs can add up as students and their families start their college search. So, we offer a program that allows families of accepted students to apply for travel reimbursement of up to $500. Families can use this to help pay for their flights, hotels, and gas,” said Kyla Whannell, director of Admissions at Alfred University. She said families can reach out to the Office of Admissions at [email protected] for assistance with this process.
