Campus Tour
Ignite Your Future
A campus visit to Chicago State University is more than a tour—it’s a chance to see yourself as a Cougar. You’ll experience our welcoming, student-centered community where academic excellence meets real-world opportunity.
Your visit includes an admissions information session, a guided campus tour, and time to ask questions along the way. You’ll learn about our academic programs, support services, and student life, all designed to help you succeed.
Come explore CSU and discover a place where you’re supported, inspired, and prepared for what’s next.
What Your Experience Includes
Information SessionLearn what it means to be part of Cougar Culture and get all your questions answered. |
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Program OverviewEnjoy a comprehensive program overview featuring a presentation on Chicago State University highlighting our academic programs, campus resources and student support services. |
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Campus TourJoin our Student Ambassadors for a 45-minute walking tour of our campus. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended! |
Schedule Your Visit
Our individual tour lasts approximately 1 hour. Each visit includes a conversation with an admissions counselor, a full-walking tour of our main campus, and an opportunity to learn about next steps (if applicable). Grab your comfy shoes and come see what CSU is all about!
- Schedule: Individual tours are available Tuesday through Thursday from 1:00pm - 2:00pm or 2:00pm - 3:00pm
- Group Size: A prospective student and up to 2 guests.
Our high school group visits accommodate 15 to 35 participants and last approximately 2 hours. Each visit includes an admissions presentation, a guided tour of our campus, and activities tailored to your group's interests and availability.
- Schedule: Group visits are available Tuesday through Thursday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and Mondays from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm (College of Liberal Arts Day).
- Group Size: Groups with fewer than 15 participants must schedule their visit with a group visit coordinator at admissions@csu.edu.
- Chaperones: Students must be accompanied by teachers or adult leaders, with at least one adult for every 10 students.
To ensure we can accommodate you, please schedule your visit using the link below. Walk-in availability is limited.
For younger groups, we offer 45-minute tours, also accommodating 15 to 35 participants, and typically lasting up to 2 hours.
- Schedule: Tours are available every third Friday of the month.
- Activities: Includes an admissions presentation, a guided campus tour, and additional activities customized to your group's needs.
- Group Size: Groups smaller than 15 must also coordinate with our admissions team via admissions@csu.edu.
- Chaperones: At least one adult per 10 students is required to ensure proper supervision during the visit.
Cancellations
If you need to cancel your visit, please notify us at least 3 days in advance to avoid limiting future scheduling opportunities
Take a Virtual Tour
Can't visit in person? Explore our campus anytime with a virtual tour.
Visitor Resources
Explore Our Campus Map |
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Get Directions to Campus |
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Download the Undergraduate Brochure |
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| Get the freshman guide >> |
Download the Transfer Brochure |
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| Get the transfer guide >> |
Take the Next Step Toward CSUDon't let your journey stop here. Request more information to get personalized details about our academic programs, admissions process, and campus life. Let us help you plan for a successful future. |
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