Admitted Student Events
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Congratulations again on your admission to Occidental! This spring, we’re opening our campus — and our community — so you can experience what life at Occidental feels like. Whether you spend a full day exploring academics and student life, shadow a current student to see classes firsthand, or join us at a regional celebration closer to home, we can’t wait to welcome you.
Admitted Student Open House
Spend a day on campus diving into academics, meeting future classmates, and discovering what makes Occidental unique. These open houses are the best way to get the full Oxy experience.
Regional Receptions
If you can’t make it to Los Angeles, we’re coming to you. Connect with other admitted students, families, and Occidental staff at gatherings in key cities across the country (and abroad).
Virtual Events
Designed exclusively for admitted students and families to help you hear from the Occidental community and get your questions answered—from anywhere in the world.
Shadow Days
Experience Occidental through the eyes of a current student. Join a class, explore campus together, grab lunch, and get an authentic look at daily life at Occidental.
Find an event that fits your schedulePrefer to search by date? Use the calendar to see all upcoming admitted student events and find one that works for your schedule. |
Getting to campus
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