Open houses and special events
Attend a seasonal open house or themed event to experience Skidmore in a deeper way. These days often include faculty panels, workshops, lunch in the dining hall, and opportunities to connect with current students.
Visit Campus
Come for the views, stay for the chocolate chip cookies in "D-Hall." This visit
might just change everything.
Whether you visit in person or connect with us online, you’ll get a genuine sense of life at Skidmore — creative, curious, and full of possibility. Explore our programs, tour campus, and meet the people who make this place stand out.
Ways to visit
Student-led tours
Guided tours take place in both the morning and afternoon on most weekdays and
select Saturdays. A brief information session precedes most tours. Pre-registration
is required.
Tour schedule and registration
Self-guided tour
Prefer to explore at your own pace? Stop by the Admissions office and scan the
QR code on the porch to let us know you stopped by and receive a copy of our self-guided
tour.
Campus map
Join us online
Skidmore students come from all over the world, so we bring campus to you. Explore
our virtual events to connect with admissions, meet current students, and get to know
Skidmore no matter where you are.
Event schedule and registration
Upcoming events
There’s no better time to visit Skidmore than October, when campus is alive with fall color and possibility. Plus, classes will be in session, so you’ll get to experience student life in motion and see what a real day on campus looks and feels like.
Spend the day exploring what makes Skidmore stand out. You’ll tour campus, hear from faculty and current students, and get the inside scoop on Admissions and Financial Aid. Along the way, enjoy lunch in our dining hall and take in the crisp air and brilliant foliage that make Saratoga Springs unforgettable this time of year.
Most Tuesdays at 7 p.m., experience a live, small-group information session where you can meet with an Admissions counselor, ask questions, and learn a little more about Skidmore.
On select Thursdays at 7 p.m., take part in live, small-group student chats where you can meet with several Skidmore students and ask all your questions. These sessions are themed, but we welcome all questions.
Plan your visit
Skidmore is located in Saratoga Springs, New York — a walkable, welcoming college town known for its vibrant arts scene, historic charm, and natural beauty. Just 30 minutes from Albany International Airport and easily accessible by car, train, or bus, it’s closer than you think and more inspiring than you expect.
Address
815 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Parking
Visitors are always welcome on campus. No permits are required, and there are no lot restrictions during normal business hours — just park and enjoy your visit. If you're attending an Open House or special event, we’ll include parking details in your confirmation email.
Accessibility
If you or your guests need assistance navigating campus or would benefit from accessibility accommodations, we’re happy to help. Call us at 518-580-5570 or email admissions@skidmore.edu so we can make your visit as smooth and comfortable as possible.
Where to Stay
Saratoga Springs offers plenty of nearby hotels and inns — all just minutes from campus. As a popular destination, prices can vary seasonally (especially in summer), but there are also affordable options within 20 minutes in neighboring towns.
- For hotel suggestions and local activities, check out the Saratoga Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Want to stay on campus?
Limited rooms are available at Skidmore’s Surrey-Williamson Inn, located next to the Admissions Center. Be sure to mention you're visiting as a prospective student to receive a special rate.
Traveling with a group?
We welcome school and community-based groups for weekday campus visits. To help us plan, please submit your request at least three weeks in advance. Groups must be accompanied by at least one chaperone per 10 students and should arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. To schedule a group visit, contact us at admissions@skidmore.edu or 518-580-5570.
Group visits typically include:
- A one-hour walking tour with a student guide
- An optional 30-minute info session led by an admissions counselor
- A brief presentation from our Opportunity Program staff (upon request)
Optional meals are available on campus. Let us know if you need an invoice when arranging meals through our office.
- Lunch: $11.50 per person (tax-exempt rate)
- Dinner: $14.25 per person (tax-exempt rate)
Visit tips from our students
We (your tour guides) like to talk (and walk backwards), but the best tours are ones where prospective students bring questions and want to chat with us! Trust us, there are no bad or weird questions and you're probably wondering about the same thing as someone else in your group.
A significant part of Skidmore’s charm is the ever-lively Saratoga Springs.
- Get a restaurant list. Tour guides maintain a colorful list of restaurant recommendations. Don’t leave the Admissions Office without asking for a copy!
- Take a $5, 30-minute tour. Downtown, in the heart of Congress Park, is one of the most convenient ways to learn about our small city. The Saratoga Springs History Museum, in the Canfield Casino, tells the story of Saratoga Springs from its beginnings.
- Leave time for a stop on your way out of town. Check out Saratoga Spa State Park. The historical landmark has biking and hiking trails and hosts the famous Roosevelt Baths, Hall of Springs and Saratoga Performing Arts Center.
Our award-winning Murray-Aikins Dining Hall provides nutritious and sustainable food while also functioning as a social hub for students running between classes during the day or extracurriculars in the evening. Your tour guide will bring you through here, winding you through the many stations and delicious smells — Supremo’s for Pizza, Emily’s Garden for vegetarian dishes, The Diner for hot meals and more.
- Eat a cookie. If you have a chance when you’re in “D-Hall,” grab a cookie. Yes, you can have one (or two). Yes, they are amazing.
- Look beyond the food, too. Campus dining spots are also great places to people-watch. And not just the students. Also look for our amazing and friendly dining staff. They’d love to meet you.
Virtual tour
Can't make it to campus? Explore our campus map for a virtual tour.