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We can't wait for you to experience life on campus. Find out firsthand what it's like to be part of the Illini tradition, and discover how you fit in with our vibrant ACES community.
We're hosting in-person visit opportunities this summer, and we look forward to welcoming you!
Schedule a Visit
College of ACES Prospective Student Visit (students who have not yet applied)
Summer 2025: Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays 2:00-3:00pm
Friday, May 23-Friday, August 15
For prospective undergraduate students, in-person visit sessions are available most Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays throughout summer 2025 beginning Friday, May 23 and ending Friday, August 15. During your meeting, you'll get a chance to learn about our majors, outstanding student experiences, and the application process. Please keep in mind you should only be signing up for this session if you have not yet applied to the University of Illinois, and are interested in our undergraduate programs! Our session does not include a campus tour. We have aligned our College of ACES visit so that you can attend the Illinois Experience and Campus Tour in the same day. Be sure to register for both!
- If you're interested in a particular major or area of study, be sure to share it on your ACES Prospective Student Visit registration form. This information can help us better customize your experience and invite the academic advisor or representative for that major to meet with you.
- Prepare for your visit by getting directions, finding information on where to stay, and more!
- If you'll be on campus another day, contact us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your schedule.
The Illinois Experience and Campus Tour (prospective students)
This event will include a 45 minute overview of campus, student panel and a 1.5 hour walking tour of campus. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes!
Summer 2025: Monday-Friday: 10:00 am-12:30 pm
Friday, May 23-Friday, August 15
Register
Classes or Groups
We offer in-person group visits for many classes and groups, but we target grades 9-12 (high school). Presentations and experiences are customized to meet your group’s interests.
*This includes groups traveling to and from National FFA Convention
Contact us at visitaces@illinois.edu to request one of these experiences!
Preparing For Your Visit
We're so excited to welcome you to the College of ACES!
Getting Here
If you're driving, I-72, I-74, and I-57 all lead directly to Champaign-Urbana. You can also arrive by train or bus at the Illinois Terminal, located just two miles from campus, or fly into Willard Airport (CMI), which is five miles away.
For your visit, you'll meet with an ACES representative at:
College of ACES
Mumford Hall
1301 W. Gregory Drive
Room 123
Directions (From North of Campus):
- Head south on Lincoln Avenue in Urbana.
- Turn right onto Pennsylvania Avenue.
- At the first stop sign, turn right onto Dorner Drive.
- Just before the Plant Sciences Lab, turn left into Parking Lot F28.
(A few metered spaces are also available just south of the ACES Library.)
Parking & Public Transportation
There is no free parking on weekdays. Please park at a meter and pay electronically to avoid a ticket. The University of Illinois has over 2,000 metered or pay-by-app spots across campus.
Where to Park
Look for spots like the ones shown below. These are marked with meters or MobileMeter signage and are available for visitor use.
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Do Not Park in Reserved Spaces
Avoid spaces labeled as "Reserved," "Permit Only," or similar. These are not available to visitors and may result in ticketing or towing.
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- To locate nearby parking, view our campus map.
- For easy mobile payment, download the MobileMeter app.
Prefer not to drive? Campus bus rides are free for all riders at designated iStops. Use the MTD Trip Planner to find the best route.