Ways to Visit

Feel, see, experience Skidmore

Visiting colleges this year is going to be different, but we are embracing a belief that inspires us every day, especially during challenging times — Creative Thought Matters. Join us as we tap into our own creativity and uncover new ways to connect and help you explore and get to know Skidmore.

Virtual Visits

Virtually explore campus, sign up for a Zoom info session, watch on-demand content, talk to a current student and more.

Explore virtual options

Campus Visits

We are excited to offer some in-person opportunities for visiting campus with strict health and safety protocols in place.

Explore in-person options

You're invited: Fall open houses

High school students and families are invited to attend one of our virtual fall open houses, including our special Faculty Academic Showcase on Friday, Oct. 30. It will feature live, interactive sessions with professors from nearly 50 academic areas. You can choose two!

Upcoming open houses and events

Our hometown

Saratoga Springs

Travel & Leisure says Saratoga Springs has one of "America's Greatest Main Streets" and is "one of the best college towns in the nation." Money Magazine says it's one of the nation's top 100 places to live, and Princeton Review describes it as a "perfect college town." We just call it home.

Meet the "Spa City"

Trip tips and tricks

Plan your visit

Planning to come to campus? To enhance your trip, we’ve collected a few resources to ensure you have a great experience, including a few tips and tricks from students who’ve been in your shoes before.

Get ready

Current Students on Visiting Skidmore

It means something a little different to everyone. See what students are saying about visiting Skidmore.

'22

"When I visited Skidmore, it really stood out: its atmosphere, small campus, proximity to nature, and variety of programs. Halfway through my tour, I knew where I belonged."

Jacques Klapisch '22

'19

"My visit completely changed my understanding of the nature of Skidmore. Take time to research every aspect of the school that you find even mildly important and ask questions."

Dante Haughton '19