Your Future Starts Here
Open House events at Champlain College are the best way to experience our campus, meet faculty and students, and get all your questions answered as you explore everything Champlain has to offer. Whether virtually or in-person, all our Open House events invite you to see, firsthand, how our career-focused academics, dedicated support teams, and vibrant community prepare students for success.
What is an Open House?
Our open house events give you a true taste of college life—your chance to explore, connect, and imagine yourself here! Here’s why you should attend:
Tour Campus
Explore our historic campus, lakeside views, modern facilities and innovation labs, and Victorian-era residence halls.
Financial Aid
Our Financial Aid staff is on hand to provide you guidance on scholarships, grants, and how to make a Champlain education more affordable.
Academic Sessions
Professors will introduce you to our career-focused degrees and curriculum, which put you in hands-on courses in your major, day one.
Ask Questions
Bring us your questions about financial aid and the application process, and make an impression on the person who will read your application.
Find Community
Discover our student life activities, clubs, and events—and the creative, ambitious, and tight-knit community that’s eager to welcome you here.
Burlington Vibes
Find out what it’s like to live and learn in one of the nation’s most dynamic small cities and most beautiful states—we love Vermont!
Upcoming Open House Events
Winter Open House ’26
Bundle up and explore one of the most beautiful college towns in the country! Visit us and discover what makes Champlain College and Burlington, Vermont, the perfect place to live,…
Virtual Open House ’26
From our home in Burlington, Vermont, directly to yours—meet current students and get all the info and answers you’re looking for about Champlain College.
Sample Open House Schedule
| Time | Activity |
| 8:00–8:45 AM | Registration & Check-in |
| 9:00–9:30 AM | Welcome Session |
| 9:45–11:00 AM | Academic Meetings, Faculty & Staff Q&A |
| 11:15–12:15 PM | Campus Tours |
| 12:30–1:30 PM | Lunch with Champlain Community |
| 1:45–2:30 PM | Information Fair |
| 2:30–3:00 PM | Application Assistance & Closing Session |
$4,000 Visit Scholarship
Students who attend an official Champlain Open House event or campus tour will automatically receive a $4,000 scholarship applied to tuition—$1,000 per year.
What Students Say
“Wherever you go, no matter who you are, you are almost guaranteed to find a group of people that will accept you. I did not expect to make so many friends while I was here, but now, nearly everywhere I go, I can find someone I know.”
“The day as a whole made me very confident about applying Early Decision to Champlain. I overall felt very comfortable and welcomed during the whole open house.”
“I decided to come to Champlain because of its small community. When I came here for a tour, I automatically felt a connection from everyone, being so close with each other and being so friendly.”
Register for an Upcoming Open House
Register today to reserve your spot and experience campus for yourself.
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Virtual Open House ’26January 20, 2026 @ 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
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Winter Open House ’26February 21, 2026 @ 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Anthropic
Through a new partnership with Anthropic, a leader in AI safety and research, Champlain is integrating AI literacy and innovation into the student experience. You’ll learn how to think critically, work responsibly with AI, and use it to solve real-world challenges. Gain future-proof skills across every discipline and be ready for what’s next in AI and beyond.
More Inside Visits & Tours
Open House
Tour campus, meet our community, and qualify for Champlain’s $4,000 Visit Scholarship!
Plan a Visit
World-class arts, dining, festivals, and outdoor adventure are all just steps away. Most people fall in love with Burlington on their very first visit. Come see why!
Undergraduate Webinar Registrations
Maps & Directions
When you're ready to visit us in Burlington, Vermont, you'll find out just how easy it is to navigate our charming city. See it all and understand why Burlington is consistently ranked a top college town.