Personal Campus Visits
Offered daily, these visits are the most popular and personalized way to visit campus. Visits include a campus tour, meeting with Admissions, and an academic meeting in your intended major. Morning and afternoon arrival times are available.
Polar Preview Days
Polar Preview Days are open to students at all stages of the college search and all academic majors. This visit opportunity gives you a true picture of what the ONU campus has to offer. The day begins at 9 a.m. and concludes at 2 p.m. Dates are offered in the fall, spring and summer.Upcoming Dates:
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 19
Saturday, November 7
Saturday Campus Visits
Saturday Campus Visits are offered on selected dates during the school year and in the summer. These visits include a campus tour, group meeting with an admissions counselor, and a meeting with faculty in your intended major.
Virtual Events and ONU On-demand Video Channel
View live scheduled virtual events and watch our previous virtual and on-demand events.
Schedule a virtual visit
In-person visits are the best way to get to know ONU. However, for students unable to schedule an in-person visit, we offer virtual visits using Zoom. Each visit includes an admissions meeting, academic meeting and a student-led virtual campus tour. Offered weekdays at 3:30 p.m.Student Resources
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MAPS AND DIRECTIONS TO CAMPUS
Our scenic campus is located within 90 minutes of several major cities: Dayton, Columbus, Toledo and Ft. Wayne, Ind.For mobile maps or GPS directions to the Office of Admissions in Weber Hall, use:
300 West College Avenue, Ada, OH 45810
Where to stay when visiting ONU
Find accommodations in and around Ada to enhance your visit to campus. Ask us about the ONUBEST rate for qualifying guests.Frequently Asked Questions
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Our daily Personal Campus Visits are entirely customized to give you the most accurate look at life as a Polar Bear. Your personalized itinerary includes an individual meeting with an Admissions Counselor to discuss scholarships and financial aid, a walking tour of our beautiful campus led by a current student, and a one-on-one meeting with a faculty member in your specific academic area of interest.
- Bonus options: Upon request, seniors can also arrange to sit in on a real college class, meet with an athletic coach, or grab a complimentary lunch in our campus dining hall!
- Actionable Step: Use our online visit calendar to select a weekday morning or afternoon arrival time that fits your schedule perfectly.
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Yes! We understand that school and work schedules can make weekday visits tricky. ONU offers Saturday Campus Visits on selected dates throughout the year. These weekend sessions feature a comprehensive group admissions presentation, a student-led campus tour, and an invaluable breakout meeting with faculty members from your intended major.
- Actionable Step: Check the Saturday visit availability on our portal early, as these weekend spots are highly popular and fill up quickly.
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Polar Preview Days are large-scale, interactive open house events open to high school students at any stage of their college search. It’s the ultimate way to experience our campus energy! The day includes an Academic and Student Services Fair showcasing our 50+ majors, a student panel Q&A, faculty-led building tours, a financial aid overview, and a complimentary lunch in the ONU Dining Hall.
- Actionable Step: View our upcoming seasonal dates—including our popular mid-summer and fall sessions—and register your entire family for a full preview experience.
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When you arrive in Ada for an undergraduate visit, your destination is Weber Hall, located at 300 West College Avenue, Ada, OH 45810. We provide dedicated visitor parking right outside the building specifically for our touring families. Once you step inside, our friendly admissions team will be waiting to greet you, hand over your custom itinerary, and kick off your day.
- Actionable Step: Plug the Weber Hall address into your GPS ahead of time, and keep an eye on your inbox for a confirmation email containing a printable campus map and parking pass.
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For the ultimate convenience, families can stay right on campus at The Inn at Ohio Northern University. This beautiful, full-service hotel is just a short walk from our admissions office and academic buildings, offering a comfortable place to relax during your trip. If you prefer additional lodging options, there are several standard hotel chains located just 15 minutes away in nearby Lima, Ohio.
- Actionable Step: When booking your room at The Inn at ONU, be sure to ask about our special "ONUBEST" discounted rate qualifying for visiting prospective families.
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Absolutely. If distance or travel constraints prevent you from coming to campus in person, we bring the Polar Bear experience to you. We offer personalized Virtual Visits via Zoom every weekday at 3:30 p.m. These live sessions pair you with an admissions counselor and a faculty member, and feature a live, student-guided virtual campus tour map so you can explore our facilities from the comfort of home.
- Actionable Step: Head to our main visit page, click "Schedule a Virtual Visit," and pick a weekday afternoon to connect with us online.
Office of Admissions
Weber Hall525 South Main Street
Ada, Ohio 45810
419-772-2260
888-408-4668
admissions-ug@onu.edu