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Join us for a visit!

Make the most of your time on campus! Select your student type below and choose from our recommended visit options. 

Campus close-up

Get fully immersed in life as a UWL Eagle! This day-long event (9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) covers the ins and outs of our campus community, from academic programs to student life. Explore career interests in academic sessions, learn about UWL organizations and offices at the resource fair, hear from a panel of current students, and take a campus tour. This is our most comprehensive visit option and a great way to plan for your future at UWL. Campus Close-Up is offered five times a year between October and April. View a sample agenda here.    

Duration6 hours

  • UWL & admissions overview
  • Student academic session
  • Parent/guardian panel & UWL student panel
  • Campus resource fair
  • Campus tour

Campus Tour

A Vanguard tour guide will provide an in-depth walking tour of campus. Receive a current UWL student’s perspective, learn how UWL students get involved on and off campus, and learn about the various resources UWL provides to ensure student success. 

Elevate your experience. Schedule an individual appointment with one of our admissions counselors in conjunction with your walking tour. 

Looking for a tour option on Fridays or during the months of July and August? Sign up for an Admissions Information Session.

Duration75 minutes

  • Campus tour

Admissions Information Session & Campus Tour

Learn about the city of La Crosse, campus life, student resources, the application process, admissions guidelines, and the cost of attendance in a group setting. A Vanguard tour guide will provide an in-depth walking tour of campus following the presentation.

Duration2 hours 15 minutes

  • UWL & admissions overview
  • Campus tour

Senior snapshot + walking tour

The Senior Snapshot is for our high school seniors admitted for fall 2025! Get a quick 15-minute review of your next steps followed by a 75-minute campus tour. If you are a senior who hasn't applied or been admitted yet, please consider signing up for a Campus Close-Up, Admission Information Session + Walking Tour of Campus, or an individual appointment and/or campus tour.

Senior Snapshot is offered on select dates in the spring semester.

Duration90 minutes

  • Next steps overview
  • Campus tour
  • In-person visit

Individual Appointment

Meet one-on-one with an admissions counselor to learn about UWL, the application process, admissions guidelines, and campus resources.  This personalized appointment is an opportunity to discuss all of your questions. 

 

Duration45 minutes

  • UWL & admissions overview

Self-Guided Tour

*Please note that this visit type has significant limitations. You will not have access to many of the facilities, including dorms and cafeteria spaces. For a more comprehensive view of UWL, we strongly recommend choosing one of our other visit or tour options.

Interested in exploring our campus at your own pace? Self-Guided Campus Tours are available Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

On the day of your visit, check in at the Admissions Office (2320 Student Union) to receive your folder and self-guided campus tour brochure. Complimentary parking is provided for Admissions visitors. You will receive a parking registration link via email upon event registration.

DurationYour own pace

  • Self-guided tour
  • Informational folder

Virtual tour of campus

We encourage you to visit campus in person.  If you are unable to visit, please view our virtual tour. To speak with an admissions counselor, please contact (608) 785-8939 or admissions@uwlax.edu for more information.

DurationYour own pace

  • Virtual visit

Virtual admissions individual appointment

Connect with our team online for a virtual admissions appointment!

Meet one-on-one with an admissions counselor to learn about UWL, the application process, admissions guidelines, and campus resources. This personalized appointment is an opportunity to discuss all of your questions. Don't forget to take the virtual campus tour following your appointment!

To set up a virtual appointment, please contact Kimberly Johnson at 608.785.8941.

Duration45 minutes

  • UWL & admissions overview
  • Virtual visit

Campus close-up

Get fully immersed in life as a UWL Eagle! This day-long event (9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) covers the ins and outs of our campus community, from academic programs to student life. Explore career interests in academic sessions, learn about UWL organizations and offices at the resource fair, hear from a panel of current students, and take a campus tour. This is our most comprehensive visit option and a great way to plan for your future at UWL. Campus Close-Up is offered five times a year between October and April. View a sample agenda here.    

Duration6 hours

  • UWL & admissions overview
  • Student academic session
  • Parent/guardian panel & UWL student panel
  • Campus resource fair
  • Campus tour

Admissions Information Session & Campus Tour

Learn about the city of La Crosse, campus life, student resources, the application process, admissions guidelines, and the cost of attendance in a group setting. A Vanguard tour guide will provide an in-depth walking tour of campus following the presentation.

Duration2 hours 15 minutes

  • UWL & admissions overview
  • Campus tour

Campus Tour

A Vanguard tour guide will provide an in-depth walking tour of campus. Receive a current UWL student’s perspective, learn how UWL students get involved on and off campus, and learn about the various resources UWL provides to ensure student success. 

Elevate your experience. Schedule an individual appointment with one of our admissions counselors in conjunction with your walking tour. 

Looking for a tour option on Fridays or during the months of July and August? Sign up for an Admissions Information Session.

Duration75 minutes

  • Campus tour

Self-Guided Tour

*Please note that this visit type has significant limitations. You will not have access to many of the facilities, including dorms and cafeteria spaces. For a more comprehensive view of UWL, we strongly recommend choosing one of our other visit or tour options.

Interested in exploring our campus at your own pace? Self-Guided Campus Tours are available Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

On the day of your visit, check in at the Admissions Office (2320 Student Union) to receive your folder and self-guided campus tour brochure. Complimentary parking is provided for Admissions visitors. You will receive a parking registration link via email upon event registration.

DurationYour own pace

  • Self-guided tour
  • Informational folder

Virtual tour of campus

We encourage you to visit campus in person.  If you are unable to visit, please view our virtual tour. To speak with an admissions counselor, please contact (608) 785-8939 or admissions@uwlax.edu for more information.

DurationYour own pace

  • Virtual visit

Virtual admissions individual appointment

Connect with our team online for a virtual admissions appointment!

Meet one-on-one with an admissions counselor to learn about UWL, the application process, admissions guidelines, and campus resources. This personalized appointment is an opportunity to discuss all of your questions. Don't forget to take the virtual campus tour following your appointment!

To set up a virtual appointment, please contact Kimberly Johnson at 608.785.8941.

Duration45 minutes

  • UWL & admissions overview
  • Virtual visit

Campus close-up

Get fully immersed in life as a UWL Eagle! This day-long event (9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) covers the ins and outs of our campus community, from academic programs to student life. Explore career interests in academic sessions, learn about UWL organizations and offices at the resource fair, hear from a panel of current students, and take a campus tour. This is our most comprehensive visit option and a great way to plan for your future at UWL. Campus Close-Up is offered five times a year between October and April. View a sample agenda here.    

Duration6 hours

  • UWL & admissions overview
  • Student academic session
  • Parent/guardian panel & UWL student panel
  • Campus resource fair
  • Campus tour

Admissions Information Session & Campus Tour

Learn about the city of La Crosse, campus life, student resources, the application process, admissions guidelines, and the cost of attendance in a group setting. A Vanguard tour guide will provide an in-depth walking tour of campus following the presentation.

Duration2 hours 15 minutes

  • UWL & admissions overview
  • Campus tour

Campus Tour

A Vanguard tour guide will provide an in-depth walking tour of campus. Receive a current UWL student’s perspective, learn how UWL students get involved on and off campus, and learn about the various resources UWL provides to ensure student success. 

Elevate your experience. Schedule an individual appointment with one of our admissions counselors in conjunction with your walking tour. 

Looking for a tour option on Fridays or during the months of July and August? Sign up for an Admissions Information Session.

Duration75 minutes

  • Campus tour

Self-Guided Tour

*Please note that this visit type has significant limitations. You will not have access to many of the facilities, including dorms and cafeteria spaces. For a more comprehensive view of UWL, we strongly recommend choosing one of our other visit or tour options.

Interested in exploring our campus at your own pace? Self-Guided Campus Tours are available Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

On the day of your visit, check in at the Admissions Office (2320 Student Union) to receive your folder and self-guided campus tour brochure. Complimentary parking is provided for Admissions visitors. You will receive a parking registration link via email upon event registration.

DurationYour own pace

  • Self-guided tour
  • Informational folder

Virtual tour of campus

We encourage you to visit campus in person.  If you are unable to visit, please view our virtual tour. To speak with an admissions counselor, please contact (608) 785-8939 or admissions@uwlax.edu for more information.

DurationYour own pace

  • Virtual visit

Appointment

Meet one-on-one with an admissions counselor to learn about UWL, the application process, admissions guidelines, and campus resources.
A campus walking tour is available upon request. Please let the Admissions Office know if you would like this option upon check-in

Duration45 minutes

  • UWL & admissions overview

Campus Tour

A Vanguard tour guide will provide an in-depth walking tour of campus. Receive a current UWL student’s perspective, learn how UWL students get involved on and off campus, and learn about the various resources UWL provides to ensure student success. 

Elevate your experience. Schedule an individual appointment with one of our admissions counselors in conjunction with your walking tour. 

Looking for a tour option on Fridays or during the months of July and August? Sign up for an Admissions Information Session.

Duration75 minutes

  • Campus tour

Virtual admissions individual appointment

Connect with our team online for a virtual admissions appointment!

Meet one-on-one with an admissions counselor to learn about UWL, the application process, admissions guidelines, and campus resources. This personalized appointment is an opportunity to discuss all of your questions. Don't forget to take the virtual campus tour following your appointment!

To set up a virtual appointment, please contact Kimberly Johnson at 608.785.8941.

Duration45 minutes

  • UWL & admissions overview
  • Virtual visit

Self-Guided Tour

*Please note that this visit type has significant limitations. You will not have access to many of the facilities, including dorms and cafeteria spaces. For a more comprehensive view of UWL, we strongly recommend choosing one of our other visit or tour options.

Interested in exploring our campus at your own pace? Self-Guided Campus Tours are available Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

On the day of your visit, check in at the Admissions Office (2320 Student Union) to receive your folder and self-guided campus tour brochure. Complimentary parking is provided for Admissions visitors. You will receive a parking registration link via email upon event registration.

DurationYour own pace

  • Self-guided tour
  • Informational folder

Advisor appointment

Admitted transfer students who have questions regarding registration and academic advising are encouraged to contact the Dean's Office for the College to which they are assigned. (See your admission letter if you are unsure). 

Duration45 minutes

  • For admitted transfer students

Virtual tour of campus

We encourage you to visit campus in person.  If you are unable to visit, please view our virtual tour. To speak with an admissions counselor, please contact (608) 785-8939 or admissions@uwlax.edu for more information.

DurationYour own pace

  • Virtual visit

Virtual tour of campus

We encourage you to visit campus in person.  If you are unable to visit, please view our virtual tour. To speak with an admissions counselor, please contact (608) 785-8939 or admissions@uwlax.edu for more information.

DurationYour own pace

  • Virtual visit

Appointment

All graduate student appointments should be made with the respective graduate program's office. View a list of the graduate programs offered at UWL. 

Duration45 minutes

  • Program overview

Virtual tour of campus

We encourage you to visit campus in person.  If you are unable to visit, please view our virtual tour. To speak with an admissions counselor, please contact (608) 785-8939 or admissions@uwlax.edu for more information.

DurationYour own pace

  • Virtual visit

Virtual appointment

Meet one-on-one with an admissions counselor to learn about UWL, the application process, admissions guidelines, and campus resources. This personalized appointment is an opportunity to discuss all of your questions in an online format. 

Email: Heather Pearson hpearson@uwlax.edu to request a virtual appointment.

Duration60 minutes

  • Virtual visit

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Accommodations and Directions

Accommodation Requests

Individuals with disabilities needing accommodations during a campus visit should contact Ken Koelbl, Admissions Counselor, at kkoelbl@uwlax.edu or 608.785.8939 as early as possible prior to the tour/appointment. Accommodations such as ASL interpreters or wheelchairs will be made available on request to the fullest extent possible, but will take additional time to arrange. It is recommended that at least three weeks notice be provided to ensure the university is able to make arrangements.

Directions to UWL

We are excited to have you visit campus. Please remember to schedule your visit so that we can prepare for your arrival.  Parking instructions, including a permit, will be emailed to you after you schedule your visit with us. Please consider printing a campus map. The  La Crosse Convention and Visitors Bureau  and the  Onalaska Tourism Commission  provides additional information about our community and lodging options available to visitors. 

Need a destination address for web-based directions?

Enter the address 521 East Avenue North, La Crosse, WI 54601.

La Crosse and Onalaska Exits

From Interstate I-90, Exit 3, Exit 4 and Exit 5 all lead to the UW-La Crosse campus, but only the closest exit is listed below for each direction. 

  • Exit 3 travels along the scenic Great River Road and is the main route to Historic Downtown La Crosse.  
  • Exit 4 is a direct route south linking Hwy. 53 from the north with Hwy. 16.
  • Exit 5 is the most easterly route into the City of La Crosse via Hwy. 16.

From the North (Hwy. 53): If traveling south on Highway 53 (go over I-90 at Exit 4). Follow Highway 157 to Highway 16. Turn right on Highway 16. Drive 3.5 miles and turn right on La Crosse Street and then left on East Avenue to campus. 

From the West (I-90): Exit Interstate I-90 at Exit 3 onto US 53 South. Drive 3.9 miles and turn left on La Crosse Street; continue for 1.1 miles and turn right on East Avenue to Campus.

From the East (I-90): Travelers heading west to La Crosse on Interstate I-90 exit at Onalaska-La Crosse Highway 16 (Exit 5). Turn left onto Highway 16. Drive 4.8 miles and right on La Crosse Street and then left on East Avenue to campus.

From the South: Highway 14, 61, and 35 enter the city on the south. Follow the green "UW-La Crosse" signs north on Losey Boulevard to Highway 16 (3.0 miles). Turn left on La Crosse Street and then left on East Avenue to campus. 

FROM LA CROSSE TO: MILEAGE
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 200 miles
Madison, Wisconsin 142 miles
Green Bay, Wisconsin 206 miles
Wausau, Wisconsin 147 miles
St. Paul, Minnesota 150 miles
Chicago, Illinois 283 miles

Special group school visit

Thank you for your interest in UW-La Crosse. Group visits are designed for groups of six or more students in grades 9 - 12 (ex: college access groups, organizations, clubs, or high school groups). We enjoy organizing information sessions and campus tours with the prospective college students in mind. 

Group presentations can be modified to your group's desired level and can be modified in length.  Visits and tours are available during the academic calendar and in the summer. We ask for a minimum of three weeks notice before your intended visit.

While we try our best to accommodate additional requests (student panels and departmental presentations), these requests are not guaranteed. In addition, during busy times of year we may not be able to honor all visit requests as we plan our visits on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please notify the Admissions Office if you need to cancel, modify, or will be late for your campus visit. We ask for 48 hours notice to cancel your visit (excluding weather related/unavoidable issues). Late-arriving groups may not be able to participate in all scheduled activities. 

To schedule your group visit, please complete the

Group Visit Request Form!

Please set up your group visit at least three weeks in advance of your requested date. If you have questions, please contact Ken Koelbl at kkoelbl@uwlax.edu or 608.785.8939.

Thank you for visiting the University of Wisconsin- La Crosse!

Visit accommodations

To the fullest extent possible, accommodations such as interpretation (ASL and languages other than English) and equipment (wheelchair) will be made available upon request. 

To arrange accommodations for a campus visit, contact Ken Koelbl at least three weeks prior to the visit.