Tour college campuses while in Minneapolis for NACAC Conference 2026. Information about each tour and how to register is below.

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Augsburg University

Each session will include a brief presentation, followed by a tour of the campus. Please select an available date and time below to register.
 
A small, welcoming campus in a vibrant Minneapolis neighborhood, Augsburg University provides quality experiential education at the intersection of diverse people and ideas. Augsburg offers more than 70 undergraduate majors and 13 graduate degrees to equip more than 3,200 students to explore their vocations, gain practical knowledge and skills, and build sustainable lives and careers.
 
Tour Dates and Times:
  • Monday, October 5: 9:00 – 10:30 am OR 1:30 – 3:00 pm
  • Tuesday, October 6: 9:00 – 10:30 am OR 1:30 – 3:00 pm
  • Wednesday, October 7: 9:00 – 10:30 am OR 1:30 – 3:00 pm

Transportation will not be provided to and from the Minneapolis Convention Center.

RSVP Link

For any questions, please contact admissions@augsburg.edu

Carleton College and St. Olaf College

The colleges of St. Olaf and Carleton invite you to come and see our two campuses!

Each campus will offer similar programming which includes a campus tour, general information session with an Admissions Officer and optional lunch. Choose to visit one campus or both

Tour Dates and Times:

  • Monday, October 5: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm and/or 1:30 – 4:30 pm
  • Tuesday, October 6: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm and/or 1:30 – 4:30 pm
  • Wednesday, October 7: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm and/or 1:30 – 4:30 pm

Transportation will be provided to and from the Minneapolis Convention Center for attendees who visit both campuses:

  • Pick Up: 8:00 am
  • Drop Off: 5:30 pm
RSVP Link

For any questions, please contact admissions@carleton.edu

College of Saint Benedict & Saint John’s University

While visiting the College of Saint Benedict & Saint John’s University, guests will enjoy tours of TWO stunning college campuses, as well as choosing from a variety of experiences including exploration of some unique locations on our campuses, lunch in our dining hall and a social with faculty and campus administrators.

Tour Dates and Times:

  • Tuesday, October 6: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
  • Wednesday, October 7: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm

Transportation will be provided to and from the Minneapolis Convention Center for attendees who visit both campuses:

  • Pick Up: 7:30 am
  • Drop Off: 6:00 pm
RSVP Link

For any questions, please contact easchenbeck@csbsju.edu

Gustavus Adolphus College

Gustavus + Nobel = Minnesota + Mississippi

Tour Gustavus Adolphus College in the beautiful Minnesota River Valley during our 62nd annual Nobel Conference, which will focus on the Mississippi River. This unique visit opportunity lets school counselors participate in Nobel Conference programming and experience Gustavus during one of our signature academic events. CEU credit will be available.
 
Self-Guided Tour + Nobel Conference
Monday, October 5 & Tuesday, October 6

8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Explore campus on your own anytime during the day. Stop by the Admission Office to chat with an admission counselor, pick up a self-guided tour brochure, and grab some Gustavus gear.
  • Monday: Self-guided campus tours only. 
  • Tuesday: Includes access to Nobel Conference sessions. 
 
Bus Tour + Nobel Conference
Wednesday, October 7
8:30 am – 4:30 pm
 
Enjoy a fully hosted experience with round-trip transportation from the Minneapolis Convention Center. Throughout the day, you’ll tour campus, experience the Nobel Conference, connect with current students and staff, and experience Gustavus hospitality — including coffee on the bus, lunch on campus, and a gift card for our bookstore.
RSVP Link

For any questions, please contact campusvisits@gustavus.edu

Macalester College

Macalester College invites high school counseling staff, independent educational consultants, and CBO staff to visit our campus, just minutes from the Minneapolis Convention Center. Mac is one of just a few selective liberal arts colleges in a major metro area. For your students looking for the tight-knit community found at a small liberal arts college, but also want the variety, culture, and opportunities associated with a large city, Macalester offers both!

  • Half-day breakfast sessions include a conversation with President Suzanne M. Rivera, campus tour, and student Q&A.
  • Afternoon sessions include conversation with President Rivera, tour, and a refreshing cocktail hour.
  • Short sessions on Thursday and Saturday include a brief presentation from Admissions staff and campus tour.
  • Visit Paisley Park with us on Tuesday: Start with a visit to Macalester in the morning, including breakfast and lunch, followed by an afternoon tour of Paisley Park Prince’s recording studio and home. There is a cost of $50 for the tour (a discounted rate for Mac’s NACAC guests).

Tour Dates and Times:

  • Monday, October 5: 8:15 – 11:30 am OR 1:15 – 4:30 pm
  • Tuesday, October 6: 8:15 am – 4:15 pm OR 1:45 – 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday, October 7: 8:15 – 11:30 am OR 1:15 – 4:30 pm
  • Thursday, October 8: 8:45 – 10:30 am

All campus tours include a complimentary shuttle bus departing 30 minutes before the start of the session and returning to the convention center 30 minutes after the end.

RSVP Link

For any questions, please contact admissions@macalester.edu

University of Minnesota- Twin Cities

The University of Minnesota Twin Cities invites counselors and advisors to experience Minnesota’s flagship public research university during NACAC 2026.
 
Programming throughout the week includes counselor-focused campus tours and information sessions, a full-day Minnesota Open House featuring campus tours, student panels, academic showcases, and admissions resources, and Minnesota AutUMN Nights, an evening celebration highlighting the culture, traditions, and spirit of the University and the Twin Cities.
 
Daily Counselor Campus Tour Experience:
  • Monday, October 5: 9:30 – 11:00 am, 12:00 – 1:30 pm or 2:00 – 3:30 pm 
  • Tuesday, October 6: 9:30 – 11:00 am or 2:00 – 3:30 pm 
  • Thursday, October 8: 8:30 – 9:30 am 

Minnesota Open House:

  • Wednesday, October 7: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Minnesota AutUMN Nights: 

  • Wednesday, October 7: 6:00 – 9:00 pm

Transportation information will be available soon. 

RSVP Link

Questions? Visit z.umn.edu/ContactAdmissions

University of St. Thomas

The University of St. Thomas, Minnesota’s largest private university, invites you to explore our vibrant St. Paul campus during NACAC 2026 – just 15 minutes from the Minneapolis convention center. Located in the heart of the Twin Cities, St. Thomas offers strong academic programs, exceptional student outcomes and a campus community grounded in values, innovation and opportunity.

We are pleased to offer a variety of visit options designed to fit your NACAC schedule, including half-day campus visits, a signature event, early bird visit opportunities and flexible walk-in experiences. Whether you’re looking for a structured tour or a more informal visit, we invite you to engage with our campus in a way that works best for you

Half-Day Counselor Campus Visit
Monday, October 5 & Tuesday, October 6: 8:30 – 11:00 am OR 12:15 – 2:45 pm

Enjoy breakfast or lunch and hear from the University of St. Thomas President Rob Vischer on what makes St. Thomas unique. Explore our St. Paul campus on a guided, curated tour, hear a student panel highlighting the Tommie experience, and connect one-on-one with current students over refreshments.

Complimentary transportation departs the convention center 30 minutes before and returns 30 minutes after the listed event time.

Recharge at the University of St. Thomas- Signature Event
Wednesday, October 7: 3:00 – 6:00 pm

Start your NACAC experience feeling refreshed and recharged. Join the University of St. Thomas for a relaxed, open-house style afternoon. Connect with students, faculty and campus leaders, take a curated tour, and enjoy elevated food and drinks. Plus, optional wellness experiences designed to help you recharge!

Complimentary transportation will be running continuously beginning at 2:30 p.m. and will continue until the conclusion of the event.

Early Bird Breakfast Presentation and Campus Tour
Thursday, October 8: 8:00 – 9:45 am

Join us early on Thursday morning for a presentation over breakfast and a guided, curated tour of our St. Paul campus.

Complimentary transportation departs the convention center 30 minutes before and returns 30 minutes after the listed event time.

RSVP Links

For any questions, please contact mpblascziek@stthomas.edu