
Oneonta is a great place for a college. Nestled into the foothills of the Catskills, SUNY Oneonta offers some stunning views. From the color of the fall foliage to springtime's morning mist, the natural beauty that surrounds us adds to the feeling of comfort here. Our campus flows. It's organized into areas for academic buildings, student residences and athletic facilities, with parking sprinkled throughout. The grounds are well-maintained, walkable and cheerful. Once you see it, we think you'll agree that our campus stacks up nicely against other mid-sized schools.
Several types of visits are available. Find the one that's right for you:
Descriptions:
Campus Tours Only | Campus Tours with Information Sessions
Open House | Transfer Day | Interviews
Appointments with Faculty | Group Visits
Class Visits | Off-Campus Events
Guests needing an interpreter, mobility assistance, or other special services please call our office at least 72 hours prior to your visit.
CAMPUS TOURS
Tours are available Monday-Friday at 11 am, 1 pm and 2 pm when classes are in session. When classes are not in session and on days when an information session is scheduled, tours are offered Monday-Friday at 12 noon and 2 pm. Please allow about an hour and a half for the tour, and don't forget your walking shoes!
Upon arrival on campus
Plan on arriving 15 minutes before your appointment to check in at the Office of Admissions in 118 Alumni Hall. If you did not receive a parking permit when confirming your visit, please request one when you check in and place it on your dashboard. If you or a member of your party require special accommodations, please call us ahead of time so we can better assist you: 800-SUNY-123.
Register for a tour
INFORMATION SESSIONS
Information sessions include a 45-minute presentation by an admissions counselor and a student-led campus tour. Information sessions are held at various days and times throughout the year; Saturday sessions are only offered during the school year. These sessions fill up quickly, so be sure to plan ahead.
Registration is required and can be done below.
Upon arrival on campus
Please check your confirmation for the building at which you need to check in; once on campus, follow the posted signs. If you or a member of your party require special accommodations, please call us ahead of time so we can better assist you: 800-SUNY-123.
Register for an Information Session
APPOINTMENTS WITH FACULTY
Our faculty are eager to meet with you and are available September through April, when classes are in session. Please contact the Office of Admissions for additional information and assistance.
OPEN HOUSE
Open House includes presentations, campus tours and information fairs. Representatives from academic departments and student services offices will be available to answer questions. For Spring we offer our Academic Exploration Day for Admitted students only. The date for our next traditional open house will be posted in August 2013.
TRANSFER DAY
Transfer Day includes a presentation on the admissions process and transfer credit. You will have the opportunity to speak with a transfer counselor and current transfer students and take a tour of our beautiful campus led by our outstanding student tour guides.
INTERVIEWS
Interviews with admissions counselors are offered by appointment. Interviews are not required, but they allow prospective students the opportunity to talk about the admissions process and their interests. Please bring a copy of your high school or college transcript. If you would like an interview, we recommend you schedule it for after your campus tour. Appointments are available Monday-Friday from 8:30 am until 3 pm Please call 800-SUNY-123 to schedule your interview and you can register online for a tour.
Upon arrival on campus
Plan on arriving 15 minutes before your appointment to check in at the Office of Admissions in 118 Alumni Hall. If you did not receive a parking permit when confirming your visit, please request one when you check in and place it on your dashboard.
GROUP VISITS
Group visits are offered when classes are in session. These sessions typically consist of a campus tour and an admissions presentation. We will do our best to accommodate the needs of all individual groups. Groups must register at least three weeks in advance by contacting Laura Morcone at Laura.Morcone@oneonta.edu.
Upon arrival on campus
Please check your confirmation for the building at which you need to check in; once on campus, follow the posted signs. If you or a member of your party require special accommodations, please call us ahead of time so we can better assist you: 800-SUNY-123.
CLASS VISITS
Class Visits are a great way for high school seniors and transfer students to sit in on a class and see what it’s like to be an Oneonta student. Registration for Class Visits in the Fall will open in September.
OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS
Oneonta in New York City
Oneonta representatives travel to New York City throughout the year to give an information sessions. Presentations include an overview of the application process, academics, and other opportunities offered at SUNY Oneonta. Dates for the Fall will be available in September.
School Visits
Each fall and spring, SUNY Oneonta admissions counselors and staff hit the road to visit high schools and colleges throughout New York, as well as schools in New Jersey and Connecticut.
Campus Tours
A 90 minute walking tour guided by a current SUNY Oneonta student. This tour will visit academic facilities, a residence and dining hall as well as the athletic facilities. Bring your walking shoes. Register today..
Campus Tours with Information Sessions
A 45 minute presentation followed by a campus tour. Different sessions are offered on a variety of dates and times for prospective freshmen/transfer students and for admitted students. Registration is required. These fill up quickly so be sure to plan ahead. .
Your Oneonta for Admitted Freshmen
Your Oneonta is a program for admitted Freshmen and consists of a presentation offered 4 times throughout February and March. You will hear from a current student and an admissions professional, and there will be time for Q & A. The presentation will be followed by a campus tour and lunch on us.
JUNIOR DAYS
Are you looking to jump start your college search? We offer information sessions designed specifically for you. Hear from an Admissons Professional and take a student-led campus tour. These sessions fill up quickly, so be sure to plan ahead.
Registration is required.
Your confirmation will provide the building for on campus registration. Signs will be posted to assist you and direct you to parking. If you or a member of your party require special accommodations, please call us ahead of time so we can better assist you: 800-SUNY-123.

Your Oneonta for Admitted Freshmen
Your Oneonta is a program designed for admitted freshmen. This unique program will highlight current students and alumni. We think you are going to want to hear what they have to say about their Oneonta.
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Your Oneonta for Fine Art Majors
Your Oneonta is for declared Art, Computer Art, Music, Music Industry and Theatre Majors. Students and families will have the opportunity to meet with our faculty and students who are currently in the programs. There will be a presentation that highlights current SUNY Oneonta students and alumni from many different majors. Students will then be able to tour facilities, department presentations and a possible class visit.
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Academic Exploration Day
Academic Exploration Day includes presentations, campus tours and information fairs for admitted students. Representatives from academic departments, student services offices, and student clubs and organizations will be available to answer questions.
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Academic Exploration Day
Academic Exploration Day includes presentations, campus tours and information fairs for admitted students. Representatives from academic departments, student services offices, and student clubs and organizations will be available to answer questions.
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