The Best Way to Experience Lawrence Is to Live Like a Lawrentian.

And the best way to live like a Lawrentian is to visit campus and walk among your future fellow Lawrentians. Come see for yourself just how connected our campus is to downtown Appleton. Spoiler alert: The “Mile of Music” is literally a mile-long strip of cool venues to explore and experience year-round.

Every university brochure shows the best angles on the best days. When you visit in person, you’ll see just how great our campus looks every day (even the rainy ones).

Attend an open house or schedule your very own personalized visit to explore campus and Appleton IRL.

Register for Upcoming Campus Visits

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Coming Soon: Twilight Tour

Dates TBD
6 p.m. until 8 p.m.

Looking for a unique way to experience campus? Twilight Tour offers an evening opportunity to explore Lawrence after hours. Perfect for busy families, this event gives you a glimpse into campus life when the day winds down and the community comes alive. 

What to Expect: 

  • Campus Tour – Explore our scenic campus as the sun sets over the Fox River, guided by a current student who can share personal insights and stories. 
  • Admissions Information Session – Learn more about academics, student life, and the admissions and financial aid process from a member of our Admissions team. 
  • Dinner in Andrew Commons (available at 5:15 p.m. during the academic year) – Experience campus dining and enjoy a meal alongside current students in our dining hall. 

Evenings are a great time to see campus in a different light. Come discover what makes Lawrence special. 

Prospective students with horned Viking helmets on pose with Blu, the Lawrence mascot

Coming Soon: Viking Showcase

OCT 11 | OCT 17 | NOV 7 | NOV 15
Tentatively 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Curious about college life or ready to dive deeper into your college search? Join us for Viking Showcase, a full-day event designed to give you a real feel for Lawrence University and help you confidently take your next step. 

Whether this is your first visit or you’re narrowing your options, Viking Showcase is a chance to experience our welcoming community, explore campus, and discover the academic and personal support that sets Lawrence apart.

What to Expect: 

  • Academic Exploration – Connect with faculty and explore the academic programs that interest you. Learn about classroom experiences, research opportunities, personalized advising, and the flexibility of our curriculum. 
  • Life at Lawrence – Engage with campus partners and discover the full spectrum of student support, from wellness and safety to career services, off-campus study, campus engagement, housing and dining, and more. 
  • Campus Tour – See our scenic riverside campus through the eyes of a current student. 
  • Optional Area Highlights – Take a closer look at Fox Commons, West Campus, the Conservatory, or our athletic facilities. 
  • Admissions & Financial Aid Overview – Demystify the application process and learn how we make a Lawrence education affordable. 
  • Lunch in Andrew Commons – Enjoy a meal in our dining hall, just like a Lawrentian. 

Registration will open late summer 2025

Individualized Visits for High School Students

Student and there parents meet with an admissions counselor for a campus visit

Register for a Campus Visit

Design your own campus visit, which may include:

  • A tour, an informational session about admission, and even lunch in Andrew Commons
  • Add customized options based on your athletic, music, art, or creative talents and interests
  • Visit a class (when classes are in session)

Schedule your visit

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Talk with an Admissions Counselor

Schedule a virtual meeting with your admissions counselor to get personalized guidance on the application process, explore academic programs, and learn more about life at Lawrence University. It’s a great way to ask questions and discover how Lawrence could be the right fit for you.
 

View Admissions Event Calendar

Visit & Connect Online

Chat with Lawrence Faculty

Learn more about Lawrence and your future major by scheduling an individual conversation with our faculty.

Request Chat

Request a Lesson with Music Faculty

Experience learning from our expert Conservatory faculty before enrolling by scheduling a one-on-one lesson.

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Launch Experience 

Houdini Plaza, the center of Appleton’s downtown.

Appleton & the Fox Cities

You'll find plenty to do in Appleton and the surrounding Fox Cities.  Adjacent to campus, Appleton’s vibrant downtown features shops, restaurants, museums, a performing arts center, public arts spaces, the public library, and more.

Explore the Fox Cities
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Getting to Campus

Getting to Appleton and Lawrence is easy. We're a convenient drive from most Midwestern states and easily accessible by public transportation.

Plan Your Journey to Campus
Life at Lawrence

Rivers and Trails | This is Lawrence

Sitting between downtown Appleton and the Fox River, there's always new adventure within reach from campus.
Life at Lawrence

Seasons of Lawrence

Tour the four seasons of Lawrence University, and discover the myriad of year-round campus activities!
About Lawrence

This is Appleton

It may sound small and quaint, but Appleton is no sleepy, remote burg. Get to know the town filled with music, art, restaurants and so much more!