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The Purchase College campus could be described as the "opposite of ivy;" the modernist movement at full flower. Frankly, our architecture is an acquired taste. Of course, it is what goes on inside our buildings and in the spaces between, that is important. Come experience it for yourself.

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CAMPUS TOURS

Offered year round, this comprehensive tour includes classroom buildings, residence halls, dining facilities, the library and more!  See a list of available dates and times that tours are offered.


INFORMATION SESSIONS

Conducted by an admissions representative, this 50 minute session is designed to provide prospective students and their families an overview of our academic programs, admissions requirements and application process.  They are offered throughout the academic year on most Mondays & Wednesdays at 10:00 am, most Fridays at 10:00 am & 2:00 pm and select Saturdays at 10:00 am. 

SUMMER VISIT NOTE

We recommend planning your visit while classes are in session, but if summer provides the best opportunity for you, we're more than happy to have you come visit the campus. Dates and times of campus tours offered are listed above.  Space is limited, please proceed to the registration page where all available dates will be listed.

Information Sessions are only offered during the fall and spring academic semesters.  Unfortunately, appointments with faculty members are not available throughout the summer.

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CANCELLATIONS - Information Sessions & Tours that are cancelled due to inclement weather will be listed on the Admissions main number 914-251-6300.


TWILIGHT TOURS

Seize the opportunity to tour the scenic Purchase College campus during sunset.  Twilight tours are given throughout the spring/summer.  Tours start at 6:00 pm and last approximately 1 hour.  No individual appointments are available during these times.  See a list of available dates.

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SCHOOL OF THE ARTS TOURS

Available during the fall and spring semesters, this tour is for students interested in seeing the classrooms and buildings specifically for the conservatories of Dance, Music or Theatre Arts & Film and School of Art+Design.  This tour does not include general buildings such as the dining hall or residence halls, to view these please register for an Information Session and Tour.

Currently there are no School of the Arts Tours, they will restart in the fall semester.  Please consider attending an Information Session and/or Tour instead.


OPEN HOUSES

Open House is a great way to obtain information about majors, speak to faculty and staff members, interact with current students, and experience campus life first hand.  Purchase College offers open houses in October and May.

 


IMMEDIATE DECISION DAY

Immediate Decision Day is an opportunity for qualified freshman Liberal Arts & Sciences applicants to participate in a quick, easy and personalized admissions process. You will interview with an admissions advisor, tour the campus, participate in activities with current Purchase students and receive your admissions decision all in one day.

To participate in Immediate Decision Day, you must meet the minimum criteria below:
SAT=1100 (Critical Reading & Math)
GPA= 85% or 3.0

Immediate Decision Day is specifically for freshman Liberal Arts & Science applicants. See a list of Liberal Arts & Science majors available at Purchase College.

We currently do not have any Immediate Decision Days.


GROUP VISITS

Designed for groups of 10 or more high school students representing an educational institution or a community agency interested in visiting Purchase College. The Group Visit program generally consists of a presentation by an Admissions Advisor and a guided tour of campus.

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High schools and organizations with 8 or more students, please see group visit information below or email admissions@purchase.edu.

INTERVIEW POLICY
Purchase College does not offer evaluative interviews for admissions except for select programs in the Visual and Performing Arts. These interviews occur during the application process by invitation only.
However, if you are interested in speaking with an admissions counselor you can arrange an informative interview. These interviews must be made in advance on weekdays between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. by calling the Office of Admissions at 914-251-6300.
The lack of an interview will not have an adverse impact on your admissions decision.

 

The Office of Admissions' hours are:
Monday thru Friday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm


The office will be closed on:
2009
Friday, July 3
Monday, September 7
Thursday, November 26
Friday, November 27
Friday, December 25
 

Construction Note
Purchase College is currently undergoing major improvements for a number of our facilities throughout the campus. Current construction projects include foundation water- proofing at the Visual Arts, Neuberger and the Natural Science building as well as new roofing at the Campus Center South and the Performing Arts Center. These enhancements will include new pavements, new site furnishings and improved landscaped areas and enhance the overall appearance of the Purchase College Campus. Construction fencing has been installed to insure that we provide complete safety measures. Please pardon our appearance while we undertake these very important facilities improvements.