OPEN HOUSE

Join us for an Open House at HWS

Come to Hobart and William Smith Colleges this spring for one of seven open houses designed specifically for high school juniors and their families.

Dates

Friday July 19
Friday July 26
Saturday August 3
Saturday August 17
Friday August 30
Monday September 2

Friday, July 19

The HWS Total Experience
Understand HWS both inside and outside the classroom. Hear from students, faculty and alums about the campus, the community and the opportunities available to HWS students.

Friday, July 26

Affording Your College Education
Director of Financial Aid Beth Nepa will provide an insider’s perspective on affording a college education. This presentation will give tips on various ways to pay for higher education in a time when college tuitions are on the rise.

Saturday, August 3

Creativity and the Curriculum: The Arts and Sciences at HWS
What makes the HWS education distinctive? It’s the focus on interdisciplinary learning, the flexibility in the curriculum, our talented and caring professors, and the unforgettable learning that happens in the classroom and through research, internships, study abroad and service.

Saturday, August 17

The Liberal Arts in Action
HWS students translate their education into the practical skills and experiences that employers and graduate schools are looking for. From Wall Street to Capitol Hill to Hong Kong, learn how HWS students put their futures in motion.

Friday, August 30

The Admission Game
Peter Van Buskirk, veteran admissions dean and author, will lead an interactive presentation so that students can learn what happens to their admissions applications behind closed doors.

Monday, September 2

Marketing Yourself to College
Admissions Offices From the essay and personal statement to the admissions interview, there are many ways students can stand out to any admissions committee. This presentation includes tips on finding a voice in the essay, highlighting accomplishments in an application, and promoting oneself in the interview.

Interview appointments must be made in advance of your visit.

 

VISITING OPPORTUNITIES

June 2013
Preview HWS Visit, Mon-Fri
Interview Mon-Fri (rising seniors)

July 2013
Preview HWS Visit, Mon-Sat
Interview Mon-Sat
Office Closed 7/4, 7/5, 7/6

August 2013
Preview HWS Visit, Mon-Sat
Interview, Mon-Sat (seniors)
Please note: On Aug. 23, the campus tour will be altered, parking will be limited and noresidence halls will be shown.
Office closed Sat., Aug. 31

September 2013
Preview HWS Visit, Mon-Sat
Interview, Mon-Sat
Day Visits, Mon-Fri (seniors)
Overnight Visits Sun-Thurs (seniors)
Office closed Mon., Sept. 2

October 2013
Preview HWS Visit, Mon-Sat
Interview, Mon-Sat
Day Visits, Mon-Fri (seniors)
Overnight Visits Sun-Thurs (seniors)
No day/overnight visits Oct. 11-15

November 2013
Preview HWS Visit, Mon-Sat
Interview, Mon-Sat
Day Visits, Mon-Fri (seniors)
Overnight Visits, Sun-Thurs (seniors)
Office Closed Nov. 28- Dec. 1 for Thanksgiving.

December 2013
Preview HWS Visit, Mon-Sat
Interview, Mon-Sat
Day and overnight visits end Dec. 1
Office closed to visitors Dec. 23-Jan. 1

Day and Overnight Visits for the 2012-13 Academic Year:
Fall: September 16 through December 6
Spring: February 3 through May 2

We ask that students pre-register for Open House programs by calling HWS Admissions at 800-852-2256 or admissions@hws.edu.