Prospective Events
These events have been created and designed for this particular population, all students are welcome to register.
(RSO) — Program is student-led and hosted by a registered student organization.
(UPO) — Program is staff-led and hosted by a Grainger Engineering Undergraduate Programs Office.
2026 Prospective Student Events
Registration for these events are intended for prospective students for Fall 2026 and beyond.
Prospective students with interest in any engineering major are encouraged to attend a Grainger Engineering Prospective Info Session & Engineering Tour. If you have specific questions, the Grainger Engineering Prospective Q&A Open House would be a great place to start. Additional events specific to major(s) of interest and communities can be found using the filters above.
Please note that there are no visits scheduled for August as we prepare for fall events that begin in September.
Materials Engineering Prospective Student Meet & Greet
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Academic Engineering Department
Are you ready to make a positive impact on the world? Come learn why Materials Engineering at the University of Illinois is the right major for you! Join us in a conversation with faculty and current students about what makes this field unique. Afterwards, we will tour our extensive learning and lab spaces. We look forward to meeting you soon!
Grainger Engineering Prospective Student Info Session & Tour
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
Interested in an engineering major? Join The Grainger College of Engineering Undergraduate Admission & Recruitment Team for:
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30-minute presentation about college, majors, & admissions
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90-minute walking tour (immediately following) of the engineering buildings, classrooms, and lab spaces.
For a comprehensive visit day at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for The Illinois Experience & Campus Tour hosted by UIUC Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Choose Grainger Engineering Admitted Student Info Session & Tour
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
Congratulations, Illinois chose you, now choose us! Learn all about life on campus as an engineering student directly from our students. This program includes an informational presentation, student panel, and 90-minute walking tour of the engineering quads/buildings/labs. For a comprehensive visit day, register for the 10 AM Admitted Student Info Session & Campus Tour hosted by UIUC Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Grainger Engineering Prospective Student Q&A Open House
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
This is a 30-minute informal session with a college advisor or assistant dean of The Grainger College of Engineering. They can answer your questions about our college, majors, curriculum, college resources, or student opportunities. Attendees determine the topics discussed. For a comprehensive visit day at The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for Grainger Engineering Prospective Info Session & Engineering Tour.
Grainger Engineering Admitted Student Q&A Open House
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
This is 30-minute informal session with a college advisor or assistant dean of The Grainger College of Engineering. They can answer your questions about our college, majors, curriculum, college resources, or student opportunities. Attendees determine the topics discussed. For a comprehensive visit day at The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for Grainger Engineering Admitted Info Session & Engineering Tour.
Materials Engineering Admitted Student Meet & Greet
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Academic Engineering Department
Are you ready to make a positive impact on the world? Come learn why Materials Science & Engineering at the University of Illinois is the right major for you! Join us in a conversation with faculty and current students about what makes our department a powerhouse in the area of Materials Science & Engineering! Afterwards, we will tour our extensive learning and lab spaces. We look forward to meeting you soon!
If the times listed do not work for your schedule, email Reid Lasley at rlasley2@illinois.edu to schedule and alternative time.
Virtual Civil Engineering Alumni Panel
- Civil Engineering
- Academic Engineering Department
This virtual event will give admitted students an opportunity to engage with CEE Alumni. Ask questions about their experiences as a civil and environmental engineering student and provide information about their current jobs and the work they do.
Women in Engineering “Ask Me Anything!” with WIE Ambassadors
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
Join Women in Engineering (WIE) for a virtual “Ask Me Anything!” session with WIE Ambassadors, current student leaders from different majors who can share what it’s like to be a woman engineering student at Grainger Engineering. Small breakout room discussions will include WIE Ambassadors and other admitted students.
Grainger Engineering Prospective Student Info Session & Tour
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
Interested in an engineering major? Join The Grainger College of Engineering Undergraduate Admission & Recruitment Team for:
-
30-minute presentation about college, majors, & admissions
-
90-minute walking tour (immediately following) of the engineering buildings, classrooms, and lab spaces.
For a comprehensive visit day at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for The Illinois Experience & Campus Tour hosted by UIUC Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Choose Grainger Engineering Admitted Student Info Session & Tour
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
Congratulations, Illinois chose you, now choose us! Learn all about life on campus as an engineering student directly from our students. This program includes an informational presentation, student panel, and 90-minute walking tour of the engineering quads/buildings/labs. For a comprehensive visit day, register for the 10 AM Admitted Student Info Session & Campus Tour hosted by UIUC Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Grainger Engineering Prospective Student Q&A Open House
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
This is a 30-minute informal session with a college advisor or assistant dean of The Grainger College of Engineering. They can answer your questions about our college, majors, curriculum, college resources, or student opportunities. Attendees determine the topics discussed. For a comprehensive visit day at The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for Grainger Engineering Prospective Info Session & Engineering Tour.
Grainger Engineering Admitted Student Q&A Open House
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
This is 30-minute informal session with a college advisor or assistant dean of The Grainger College of Engineering. They can answer your questions about our college, majors, curriculum, college resources, or student opportunities. Attendees determine the topics discussed. For a comprehensive visit day at The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for Grainger Engineering Admitted Info Session & Engineering Tour.
Materials Engineering Prospective Student Meet & Greet
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Academic Engineering Department
Are you ready to make a positive impact on the world? Come learn why Materials Engineering at the University of Illinois is the right major for you! Join us in a conversation with faculty and current students about what makes this field unique. Afterwards, we will tour our extensive learning and lab spaces. We look forward to meeting you soon!
Grainger Engineering Prospective Student Info Session & Tour
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
Interested in an engineering major? Join The Grainger College of Engineering Undergraduate Admission & Recruitment Team for:
-
30-minute presentation about college, majors, & admissions
-
90-minute walking tour (immediately following) of the engineering buildings, classrooms, and lab spaces.
For a comprehensive visit day at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for The Illinois Experience & Campus Tour hosted by UIUC Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Choose Grainger Engineering Admitted Student Info Session & Tour
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
Congratulations, Illinois chose you, now choose us! Learn all about life on campus as an engineering student directly from our students. This program includes an informational presentation, student panel, and 90-minute walking tour of the engineering quads/buildings/labs. For a comprehensive visit day, register for the 10 AM Admitted Student Info Session & Campus Tour hosted by UIUC Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Grainger Engineering Prospective Student Q&A Open House
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
This is a 30-minute informal session with a college advisor or assistant dean of The Grainger College of Engineering. They can answer your questions about our college, majors, curriculum, college resources, or student opportunities. Attendees determine the topics discussed. For a comprehensive visit day at The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for Grainger Engineering Prospective Info Session & Engineering Tour.
Grainger Engineering Admitted Student Q&A Open House
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
This is 30-minute informal session with a college advisor or assistant dean of The Grainger College of Engineering. They can answer your questions about our college, majors, curriculum, college resources, or student opportunities. Attendees determine the topics discussed. For a comprehensive visit day at The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for Grainger Engineering Admitted Info Session & Engineering Tour.
Materials Engineering Admitted Student Meet & Greet
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Academic Engineering Department
Are you ready to make a positive impact on the world? Come learn why Materials Science & Engineering at the University of Illinois is the right major for you! Join us in a conversation with faculty and current students about what makes our department a powerhouse in the area of Materials Science & Engineering! Afterwards, we will tour our extensive learning and lab spaces. We look forward to meeting you soon!
If the times listed do not work for your schedule, email Reid Lasley at rlasley2@illinois.edu to schedule and alternative time.
Grainger Engineering Prospective Student Info Session & Tour
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
Interested in an engineering major? Join The Grainger College of Engineering Undergraduate Admission & Recruitment Team for:
-
30-minute presentation about college, majors, & admissions
-
90-minute walking tour (immediately following) of the engineering buildings, classrooms, and lab spaces.
For a comprehensive visit day at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for The Illinois Experience & Campus Tour hosted by UIUC Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Grainger Engineering Prospective Student Q&A Open House
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
This is a 30-minute informal session with a college advisor or assistant dean of The Grainger College of Engineering. They can answer your questions about our college, majors, curriculum, college resources, or student opportunities. Attendees determine the topics discussed. For a comprehensive visit day at The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for Grainger Engineering Prospective Info Session & Engineering Tour.
Grainger Engineering Prospective Student Info Session & Tour
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
Interested in an engineering major? Join The Grainger College of Engineering Undergraduate Admission & Recruitment Team for:
-
30-minute presentation about college, majors, & admissions
-
90-minute walking tour (immediately following) of the engineering buildings, classrooms, and lab spaces.
For a comprehensive visit day at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for The Illinois Experience & Campus Tour hosted by UIUC Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Grainger Engineering Prospective Student Q&A Open House
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
This is a 30-minute informal session with a college advisor or assistant dean of The Grainger College of Engineering. They can answer your questions about our college, majors, curriculum, college resources, or student opportunities. Attendees determine the topics discussed. For a comprehensive visit day at The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for Grainger Engineering Prospective Info Session & Engineering Tour.
Grainger Engineering Prospective Student Info Session & Tour
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
Interested in an engineering major? Join The Grainger College of Engineering Undergraduate Admission & Recruitment Team for:
-
30-minute presentation about college, majors, & admissions
-
90-minute walking tour (immediately following) of the engineering buildings, classrooms, and lab spaces.
For a comprehensive visit day at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for The Illinois Experience & Campus Tour hosted by UIUC Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Grainger Engineering Prospective Student Q&A Open House
- All Engineering Majors
- Grainger College of Engineering
This is a 30-minute informal session with a college advisor or assistant dean of The Grainger College of Engineering. They can answer your questions about our college, majors, curriculum, college resources, or student opportunities. Attendees determine the topics discussed. For a comprehensive visit day at The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) we recommend you also register for Grainger Engineering Prospective Info Session & Engineering Tour.
Mechanical Science & Engineering (MechSE) Prospective Student Webinar
- Engineering Mechanics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Academic Engineering Department
The MechSE Department virtual webinar will discuss our Engineering Mechanics (EM) and Mechanical Engineering (ME) curricula and co-curricular/extracurricular opportunities for undergraduate students. The last 20-30 minutes of the webinar will feature a student Q&A panel.
Having issues signing-up for an admitted student event?
Send us an email at engineering-visits@illinois.edu or call us at 217-300-8489
Meet with a Grainger Engineering Department
If you still have lingering questions or want to connect with us further, request an appointment to learn more about the undergraduate academic programs offered through one of our departments.
Electrical & Computer Engineering
Industrial & Enterprise Systems Engineering