Chicago State University — Office of Admissions

    High School Group Tours

    Building pathways to college—together.

    At Chicago State University, we love welcoming high school partners and access organizations to campus. Our group tours are collaborative, informative, and action-oriented—designed to help students picture themselves at CSU.

    Group Size 15–35 students
    (Email us if fewer than 15 students)
    Tour Length 2 hours (customized to your group)
    When Tue–Thu 10:00–12:00 General Visits
    Mon 11:00–1:00 College of Arts and Sciences Visits
    We plan with you, not for you. We’ll tailor the agenda to what your students need most—majors, scholarships, the application, or next steps after high school.

    Visit Types

    General CSU Group Tour

    A broad introduction to CSU: an admissions overview, student-led campus tour of academic and student-life spaces, and time for Q&A. A great fit for groups seeking a complete snapshot of campus life and opportunities.

    College of Arts and Sciences Group Tour (Mondays)

    Includes everything in the General CSU tour, plus a deeper focus on the College of Arts and Sciences—select facility stops, program highlights, and how A&S majors connect to research, careers, and community impact.

    What’s Included

    • Admissions overview tailored by grade level
    • Student-led campus tour (academic buildings, labs, student life hubs)
    • Optional add-ons: application workshop, financial aid session, or major spotlight
    • Dedicated partner liaison for your visit

    Sample Tour Agenda

    AgendaDetails
    Welcome & Admissions PresentationIncludes student panel and Q&A
    Campus TourLed by current students; key academic and student-life spaces
    Application Workshop (optional)Guided support for interested seniors
    Lunch & Wrap-UpBoxed lunch, buffet, cafeteria, or bring your own

    Schedule a Group Tour

    Use the calendar widget to schedule your visit and view our availability. If your group is fewer than 15 students, please email admissions@csu.edu so we can coordinate the best option for you

    Lunch Options

    • Boxed Lunch – $13/person
    • Taco Bar Buffet – $15/person
    • CSU Cafeteria (prices vary)
    • Bring your own — space provided

    Accessibility

    Tours are ~45 minutes and include outdoor walking and stairs. Tours will run unless there is extreme weather. Let us know any accessibility needs—routes can be adjusted.

    Cancellations

    Please cancel at least 3 business days in advance so we can accommodate other partner requests.

    We value our partners. Every visit is a shared effort to help students see their future at CSU—and we’re here to support your work year-round.
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