Castleton Admissions Office Finds Innovative Way to Connect with Future Students
While Castleton University has transitioned to an online delivery model for current students in response to COVID-19, the Admissions Office has developed an innovative way to reach future Spartans.
The University has a variety of upcoming virtual admissions events, which provide special programming for prospective students. When Castleton announced on March 12 that all scheduled events would be suspended for the next month, the Admissions Office began to develop a virtual Accepted Students Day for students and their parents using Zoom, software that provides remote video conferencing, online meetings, and group messaging.
“We are here and able to serve our prospective students through this amazing technology,” said Maurice Ouimet, dean of enrollment at Castleton. “It is the next best thing to visiting in person.”
The virtual events provide an overview of Castleton University and its programming, a session for parents, and information regarding the next steps for students to commit to Castleton in advance of National College Decision Day on May 1.
“In time, we hope that students will be able to return to the traditional campus meetings and tours, but this allows everyone to interact with us and get their questions answered in real-time. Many high school students are already home doing their school work remotely, so they have been excited to learn that they can engage with us in this way,” Ouimet said.
Prospective students and their parents can also explore the Castleton University campus from anywhere through a virtual tour, which provides an inside look into the University’s athletics facilities, classrooms, labs, dining hall, dorms, and more.
In addition to Accepted Students Days, Castleton will also be offering virtual opportunities for group information sessions, Killington information sessions and experience days, and more.
Are you a student who has been accepted to Castleton? Are you still in your college search and interested in learning more about our university? Register for an upcoming admissions event at Castleton.edu/visit.
Accepted Student Days
Accepted Student Day is a special program for students who are admitted to the University! This spring, these events will be held in virtual format. Select a date below to register:
Wednesday, April 15
Friday, April 17
Wednesday, April 22
Friday, April 24
Spring Open House
Spend some time with us this spring for Virtual Open House! Enjoy a wealth of programming with admissions representatives, faculty, students, and more. Application fees are waived for Open House attendees!
Spring Open House is taking place on Monday, April 20. We will be in touch with students who register in order to provide details and instruction to join us remotely.
Monday, April 20 Spring Open House
Information Sessions
Our office is open Monday through Friday, with virtual visits available every afternoon at 2:00 and during the midweek days at 5:00. Sessions include an informative presentation with an admissions counselor and opportunity for Q & A. This spring, all events will be held in virtual format.
Select a Virtual Information Session
Need a Saturday option? Join us on Saturday, April 25
Connect with a Counselor
We are all distancing this spring, yet we are right here ready to meet with you! If you have unique questions and want to set up an online or telephone chat with an admissions counselor, please connect:
Request a chat with Admissions.
Killington Visits
Students interested Castleton University's School of Resort and Hospitality Management at Killington are invited to join us for a Killington Visit. This spring, all events will be held in virtual format. We look forward to hosting you!
Killington Information Sessions
These sessions provide the opportunity for students interested in Resort & Hospitality Management to learn more about our program at Killington. Meet with faculty, and learn about admissions and financial aid.
Wednesday, April 22, Killington Information Session
Wednesday, May 20, Killington Information Session
Individual Killington Visits
If you are unable to attend one of these dates and want to set up another time to visit with the School of Resort and Hospitality Management, feel free to Request an Individual Conversation.
Themed Events
Join us for an event of interest to you!
Tuesday, April 14 Virtual Bennington Nursing Open House