Fly-in Programs

Wellesley College Diversity Weekend

 

Discover Wellesley this fall: First-hand experience, sudden revelations, alarmingly nice people

Because we’re sort of mysterious. And because we attract people who think for themselves and do a lot of research before they make gigantic, life-altering decisions.

discover wellesley mornings
9 – 12:30
Saturday,
Monday
Saturday,
Detailed schedule below
The morning program features campus tours, information sessions, and student panels.  If you’re crazy about science, the morning of September 22 is especially for you.
See our campus map for directions.
DISCOVER WELLESLEY WEEKEND
Noon – Noon
Overnight program
Sunday & Monday,
Just for seniors
Detailed schedule below
This overnight program includes everything in the morning programs (see below), plus class visits, cultural events, and the surreal bonding experience that is a night in a Wellesley residence hall.
Please note: There are no travel grants/stipends remaining for this program. Also, we are unable to provide overnight accommodations for parents or other guests of student attendees.
Already registered?  Here’s what you need to know

 

Colgate University Diversity Weekend

Colgate’s Multicultural Open House is typically held in November. It is a university tradition and a special opportunity to experience campus life. “The Multicultural Open House was a great way for me to get a good sense of the university. I applied Early Decision as soon as I returned home!” –Kori Strother ’15

We encourage students with an interest in Colgate to attend the program. For many prospective students, the Open House provides a greater understanding of the Colgate experience. You will meet current students, faculty, and staff, all while participating in activities sponsored by multicultural student organizations, attending classes, and touring the campus. Take a look at last year’s Open House schedule.

How do I apply?

An application helps us select students who will take full advantage of their campus visit. Space is limited, and we are only able to invite students who are seniors in high school. We will review open house applications on a rolling basis, so it is possible to receive earlier notification by submitting your application before the deadline.

If I have more questions, whom should I contact?

For more information, please contact the Office of Admission at 315-228-7401 or via e-mail at admission@colgate.edu.

Carnegie Mellon Diversity Weekend

 

Celebration of Diversity Weekends are an opportunity to experience the diverse community, academic, extracurricular and cultural facets of both the campus and Pittsburgh. On Saturday evening, you’ll be matched with a current student who will be your Overnight Ambassador throughout the weekend. As part of the Celebration of Diversity Weekend, you’ll have the chance to:

  • Attend a networking reception with faculty and staff
  • Meet current students
  • Attend classes
  • Stay overnight in a residence hall
  • Tour campus
  • Eat in the dining facilities

November

Open to all prospective high school seniors
Register Now!

January

Open to students who have applied for admission to Carnegie Mellon
Register Now!

The cost of the overnight weekend is $50* per student and should be paid online within three days of registering**. The fee covers the cost of on-campus meals and a Carnegie Mellon t-shirt.

*Fee waivers are available on a limited basis. If you believe you qualify, please contact our office and ask to speak with the Celebration of Diversity Coordinator within 24 hours of registering.

**To receive a cancellation refund, notify the Celebration of Diversity Coordinator by the Monday prior to the event.

Weekend Events

All registered students will receive a finalized schedule with event locations at the time of check-in. Overnight visits are only available on Saturday and Sunday nights.

Trinity College Preview Weekend

Preview Weekend

During November, Trinity College is sponsoring PREVIEW WEEKEND, an overnight program designed to give seniors in high school an opportunity to explore both the academic and social aspects of the Trinity community, with a focus on the experiences of our students of color. Visiting students enjoy observing classes, meeting faculty and students, attending campus events, and interviewing with a member of our staff at one of the nation’s most prestigious liberal arts colleges.

If selected to attend Preview Weekend, financial assistance for transportation, housing, and meals will be available.

Application details will be posted in early September. Please call the Admissions Office at (860) 297-2180 if you have any questions. Our office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Pitzer College Diversity Weekend

Our Commitment

As part of our commitment to diversity and intercultural understanding, Pitzer College hosts a fall diversity preview program in early November and a spring diversity program for accepted students in April. This program is designed specifically for students from underrepresented racial, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds from across the continental United States.

Meet Us

The program will give you an opportunity to experience the distinct atmosphere that sets Pitzer College apart from other colleges while interacting with current students, faculty, staff and other high school seniors considering Pitzer.

Program

The Diversity Program is an all-inclusive, all-expense-paid program for which round-trip transportation (air, train, bus, gas/mileage reimbursement) will be covered. Attendees will be hosted by current students in the residence halls and will dine on campus throughout the three-day weekend.

Registration/RSVP

The deadline to be considered for the Spring Diversity Program has now passed. Thank you for your interest.

Tim Campos
Senior Admission Counselor
Pitzer College

University of Minnesota Diversity Weekend

 

Diversity Weekend is designed for individuals who are historically underrepresented in psychology graduate programs and who are interested in learning about graduate education in the Department of Psychology at the University of Minnesota. This program will feature a coordinated set of formal and informal experiences designed to familiarize participants with strategies for constructing successful graduate school applications, and to provide them with the opportunity to learn more about the experience of graduate education in our department.

Individuals eligible to apply must:

  • be enrolled in a college or university as a junior or senior, or who have graduated within the last two years (i.e., 2014 or thereafter). Individuals currently enrolled in a terminal masters-level graduate program in psychology are also eligible.
  • identify as a member of groups historically underrepresented in graduate training in psychology, including individuals from diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds, and participants who are first-generation college students or graduates.
  • be committed to pursuing doctoral training in psychology in one of our programs of research: Clinical Science and Psychopathology; Counseling Psychology; Cognitive and Brain Sciences; Industrial/Organizational Psychology; Personality, Individual Differences, and Behavior Genetics; Quantitative Psychology/Psychometric Methods; or Social Psychology.

The costs of transportation and lodging will be covered for applicants selected to participate in this program. Applicants must provide the following information and materials:

 

‘Discover Swarthmore’ College Weekend

 
 

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We will host two programs to give students maximum flexibility in visiting our campus during the busy fall semester:

Thursday, September 25, 2025 – Saturday, September 27, 2025
 Or
 Thursday, October 23, 2025 – Saturday, October 25, 2025

Nomination and Selection Criteria
All current high school juniors (graduating in Spring/Summer 2026) are eligible to apply to Discover Swarthmore, though preference will be given to students who are the first in their families to attend college, students from low-income backgrounds, and students who might not otherwise be able to afford a trip to campus.

Please nominate students who might be a good match for this opportunity by submitting our online nomination form. You may nominate as many students as you wish, using one nomination form per student. We accept nominations from high school counselors, mentors, community-based organization advisors, teachers, and any person who works with a high-achieving student, so please share this information with your colleagues. Our deadline for you to nominate students is Sunday, June 15, 2025.

Nominate a Student for Discover Swarthmore!

Next Steps
The application for Discover Swarthmore is now available! After you submit a nomination, we will notify your student of their nomination and ask them to complete the program application by Monday, July 7, 2025. At the end of junior year and after the student submits the Discover Swarthmore application, we will ask the student to upload a final transcript to the application portal, which is due Monday, July 14, 2025. 

We also welcome applications from students who have not been nominated. If a student chooses to apply and is accepted to the program, we will pay for round-trip airfare/train fare, housing, meals, and travel incidentals to attend.

We appreciate all that you do to support students and hope you’ll nominate some of your top students for Discover Swarthmore. Thank you in advance for your help to expand college access. If you have any questions or would like more details, please email discover@swarthmore.edu.

Sincerely,
Swarthmore Admissions Office​

 

Swarthmore College Admissions
admissions@swarthmore.edu
(610) 328-8300

Mount Holyoke College Diversity Weekend

November 3-4, 2013

Is diversity important to you? Are you interested in joining a strong, cohesive, diverse college community at one of the nation’s finest liberal arts institutions? Want to know more about the many dimensions of diversity at Mount Holyoke College? As a national leader in addressing issues of race, class, and gender identity, Mount Holyoke invites you to Focus on Diversity.

During this overnight program high school juniors and seniors will be able to participate in activities designed to explore many aspects of pluralism. Program events include a panel discussion, identity workshop, and an evening cultural performance. You will also take a campus tour and have the opportunity to stay overnight in a residence hall with a current Mount Holyoke student who you will shadow on Monday.

Registration deadline: Monday, October 28, 2013

 

‘Perspectives on Pomona’ Diversity Weekend

The Perspectives on Pomona (POP!) fall fly-in program welcomes students from diverse backgrounds who are traditionally underrepresented in higher education to experience the Pomona College campus.

During POP prospective students will have the opportunity to meet current students, speak with faculty and explore the Pomona College community. Although space is limited due to the small size of our engaged community, we are dedicated to providing this opportunity to those whom the program will most benefit.

All POP participants are provided with on-campus housing, meals and shuttle transportation between local airports and Pomona College. Limited travel grants are available to cover airfare expenses.

The application deadline is in August. Applications will be available in Summer. Register here, and we will send an email when the application is ready.

 

Grinnell College Diversity Weekend

The Grinnell Diversity Preview Program offers you the chance to apply for a FREE trip to campus so you can discover your place at one the nation’s top liberal arts colleges. The 2013 Diversity Preview Program will be held from October 6-8.

Download the Diversity Preview Program Application 2013 orsubmit an application online, but please note the application requirements listed below!

Program participants will:

  • Stay overnight with a current student host
  • Go on a tour of the Grinnell campus
  • Attend classes
  • Have an admission interview
  • Attend an information session on admission and financial aid
  • Meet campus leaders
  • Have lunch with professors and admission staff

Application requirements:

  • Applicants must be high school seniors
  • Student of color (African American, Latino, Asian, Native American) OR first in family to attend college
  • Interest in liberal arts education (arts and humanities, mathematics and sciences, social sciences)
  • Submit the Diversity Preview Program Application 2013OR submit an application online.
  • High school transcript with SAT/ACT
  • Activities resumé

Applications are due by September 6, 2013. The program is scheduled from October 6-8. If you have questions, please call the Office of Admission at 800-247-0113 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. (central). Please note that the Diversity Preview Program cannot accept applications from international students or transfer applicants.