Poudre School District Visit Day
This event is designed for juniors and seniors who attend a school in the Poudre School District and want to learn more about Colorado State University and what life is like as a CSU Ram!
When: Friday, October 16, 2026, from 9 AM to 1 PM.
Who it's for: High school juniors and seniors (and their guests) who want to learn more about Colorado State University
Where it is: Poudre School District Visit Day is held at CSU's main campus in Fort Collins at the Lory Student Center
What it is: Calling all Poudre School District students! This visit day is designed for juniors and seniors who attend a school in the PSD system and want to learn more about CSU and what life is like as a Ram. Family members are welcome to attend!
We'll host interactive sessions that demonstrate how CSU provides both an affordable and excellent education. You can join a campus-wide resource fair, explore CSU during a campus tour, and eat lunch in a CSU dining hall. The day is designed to showcase how you can continue to engage with and expand your community in Northern Colorado after high school. We can't wait to see you there!
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General Agenda
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM | Check-In |
| 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Welcome Session |
| 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Resource Fair |
| 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Campus Tour |
| 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Lunch |
Parking for your event is free, but you must provide your vehicle’s license plate when you register for your visit in order to obtain a digital permit.
Parking is available in the Moby Arena parking lot (#195). The best address for GPS directions is 951 W. Plum Street, Fort Collins, CO 80521. Upon arriving, please park in a “A” parking space. Please note that the parking lot for this event is a 15-20 minute walk to the venue at the Lory Student Center. Please factor in this time as you plan your travel!
For those traveling on I-25 to reach Fort Collins, use these directions:
- Use exit 268, Prospect Road.
- Head west and continue on Prospect Road for about 5 miles.
- Turn right on Shields Street and continue for 0.2 miles.
- Turn right on Elizabeth Street into the Moby Arena Parking lot.
- Our events are popular and fill quickly. We encourage you to sign up for your event before you book your travel arrangements.
- Dress appropriately as you will be outside touring campus during your visit.
- We’re here rain or shine! You’ll be notified via text if the weather does impact your visit. Keep up to date by checking CSU’s safety website.
- Build in some time to enjoy Fort Collins and make the most of your visit. Get recommendations from the CSU Ramily to explore FoCo in a new light!
We continuously try to make our campus a vibrant, welcoming space. Please check the following information before your visit.
- For the health of our university community, no smoking, vaping or tobacco products can be used on Colorado State University campuses. The city of Fort Collins is also smoke-free.
- With the exception of service animals and approved emotional support animals, animals are not allowed to be inside university buildings or tied up outside. All pets must be on a leash in outdoor areas. See the full animal policy here.
- Colorado State University’s Principles of Community help us express what our community stands for and guide our expectations for not only our students and staff, but also our guests. These values are inclusion, integrity, respect, service, and social justice.
- CSU acknowledges that the land we are on today is the traditional and ancestral homelands of the Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Ute Nations and peoples. You can view our land acknowledgment to learn more.
What if we’re running late?
While late check-ins are welcome, we encourage you to arrive early. Our goal is to make the check-in process as easy as possible, but lines and wait times can be unpredictable. Don’t worry, we won’t turn you away if you’re running a little late!
Can I bring my parents, guests, caregiver or siblings?
Parents and caregivers are welcome to join you for this event. If you’d like to bring your friends or siblings who are also current high school students, we ask that they register independently.
What if there is a weather emergency?
In the event CSU is closed due to weather, all registrants will receive a text notification of the event’s cancellation, and a notice will be posted at safety.colostate.edu. It is rare for CSU to close due to weather due to our well-equipped facilities department, but we want you to make the decision whether to attend based on your circumstances and comfort.
What should I wear?
We recommend you wear comfortable clothing that is appropriate for the weather. You may be a part of sessions that are both indoors and outdoors, especially if you choose to take the campus tour.
I cannot find the confirmation email after registering. Where do I find it?
Please contact [email protected] for your confirmation email to be re-sent.
My parents or caregiver registered me under a different name. How can I change my name on the registration?
Please contact [email protected] they will be able to assist with changing the name in the registration.
Contact our admissions events team at [email protected].