Accepted Student Day 2026 Schedule

Tours of North Campus

9:00 - 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Leaving every 15 minutes from the tent located along Atherton Street (President’s Office)

Follow signs to the Campus Tour Tent where a student ambassador will take you on a walking tour that includes one of our many residence halls, as well as our award-winning, student-run radio station, WMLN-FM 91.5. If you prefer to be in front of the camera, visit our television studio in the Hirsh Communication Center. A must-see is the Learning Commons and The Science and Research Center. While you are on the Academic Quad, you’ll also want to check out the Levin Memorial Library, Academic Support Zone, and the Academic and Performance Center.

Fitness Center

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Student Center
Get your steps in! Take a walk to Curry’s state-of-the art Fitness Center to learn about the ways Curry students stay fit, and learn about the many Club Sports and Intramural athletic opportunities.

Hirsh Communication Center

9:00 - 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Hafer Academic Building (North Campus)
Stop by our state-of-the-art Hirsh Communication Center, home to the CC8-TV studio and learn more about the many career paths you can explore within the Media and Communication Arts major.

Residence Halls

9:00 - 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
North Campus
Have you already been on a campus tour, but would like to see another Residence Hall? If you would like to see another room on the North Campus, be sure to stop by the tour tent for details on rooms available to view throughout the afternoon.

Nursing Labs

9:00 - 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Kennedy Academic Building (South Campus)
If you are accepted to our School of Nursing and Health Sciences, be sure to visit the recently renovated Nursing Simulation facilities, located on the second floor of the Kennedy Academic building. There, you will be able to see the health assessment lab, the simulation lab, and the nursing resource computer lab, and speak with students currently enrolled in the School of Nursing and Health Sciences.

Curry Radio – WMLN-FM 91.5

9:00 - 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Academic Quad (North Campus)
Stop by Curry’s student-run FM radio station to see how you can become involved in radio broadcasting as a Curry student. WMLN will also be broadcasting live throughout the day from Westhaver Park, in front of the Student Center.

Conversations with the Community

Student Center

Enjoy continental breakfast with faculty, staff, coaches, and students. Speak with faculty from the academic programs you are interested in exploring. Learn more about why Curry is committed to helping you achieve excellence in all that you do! Don’t forget to head up to the second floor for a meet & greet with the Diversity Center, and to tour our Fitness Center. Be sure to hand out your personalized business cards to members of the Curry Community you meet throughout the day.

Student Involvement and Services Fair

Miller Field House (North Campus)

Stop by the Student Involvement and Services Fair in the Miller Field House and meet with representatives from a variety of student run clubs and organizations, as well as representatives from the various Student Services offices campuswide. Don’t forget to pick-up your free Curry College Class of 2030 t-shirt while at the fair!

Financial Aid One-on-One Meetings

Academic and Performance Center, Smart Café (North Campus)

Meet with a financial aid counselor to discuss the aid application process or check on the status of your financial aid. You can also discuss next steps, including securing your enrollment or alternative financing options.

Diversity Center Meet & Greet

Student Center, Diversity Center, Second Level

The Diversity Center supports student success through programs and shared spaces that bring awareness to honor and uplift the wide range of students’ identities at Curry College. The Diversity Center is a transformative space where every member of the community celebrates their unique identity, engages in respectful conversations, and contributes to a vibrant, inclusive environment. Stop by and connect with students and staff to learn more!

Student Financial Services Presentation

45-minute sessions, Academic and Performance Center, Keith Auditorium (North Campus)

Learn your options for financing a Curry College education in this presentation. Representatives from Student Financial Services will take you step-by-step through the development of a financial plan to cover educational expenses. The session will also cover strategies for student account payment, such as applying for need-based financial aid and arranging for a monthly tuition payment plan.

PAL & SAIL: Supporting Neurodiverse Students

45-minute sessions, Hafer Academic Building, Parents’ Lounge (North Campus)

Learn how Curry supports neurodiversity through its internationally-recognized Program for Advancement of Learning (PAL), a program that supports students with diagnosed learning differences like dyslexia, ADHD, and executive function difficulties – and our Social Achievement in Learning (SAIL) program, designed for academically capable students with neurodiverse profiles who benefit from individualized support to reach their full potential in a college environment.

The Curry Commitment: Our Job Guarantee

45-minute sessions, Academic and Performance Center, Room 124 (North Campus)

Join us to learn how Curry’s career readiness ecosystem supports students every step of the way—and what exciting opportunities await you through The Curry Commitment, the only job guarantee program in Massachusetts!

Study Abroad: Gain a Global Perspective - 10:15 a.m. ONLY

Alexander Graham Bell Hall, Room 305

Explore the various study abroad and study away options for Curry students, including faculty-led travel seminars, and full semester, summer, and January options. Hear from Curry students about the life-changing impact that these experiences have had on their Curry journey and future job prospects.

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Academic and Performance Center, Smart Café (North Campus)

Stop by our Lender Fair to learn more about your tuition financing options.

Welcome to Curry College!
Student Center, Katz Gymnasium

Make sure to head back to the Student Center by 11:00 a.m. – you will want to arrive at the Katz Gymnasium by 11:15 a.m. for the official Curry College Welcome!

Join President Jay Gonzalez, Dean of Admission Michelle Bracken and Roshaine Waite, Media and Communication Arts, Class of 2026, as they welcome you to Accepted Student Day.

Welcome Families! The following sessions will be available for you to attend while your student heads to class! Because space in the classrooms is limited, we encourage you to participate in one of the following family-focused sessions:

Family Session Option 1:
A Curry Education at Work: Success Stories from Young Alumni

Hafer Academic Building, Parents’ Lounge (North Campus)

Listen to a panel of young alumni as they share their Curry experiences and how their Curry education prepared them for their professional lives.

Family Session Option 2:
Caretaking to Coaching: Anticipating the Transition to College

Presented by: Vicki Nelson, Senior Lecturer, Communication Department
Location: Student Center, Katz Gymnasium

Come and join the discussion as we consider the changes both you and your student face as high school comes to an end and the college experience begins. We’ll take a look at how you can help your student get ready for college success, as well as how to prepare for your new role as the parent of a college student.

Family Session Option 3:
Student Financial Services Presentation

Presented by: Robert Loconto, Assistant Vice President of Financial Aid
Location: Academic and Performance Center, Keith Auditorium (North Campus)

Learn your options for financing a Curry College education with this informative presentation. Student Financial Services will take you step-by-step through the development of a financial plan to cover educational expenses.

Family Session Option 4:
Academic Matters - Roles and Responsibilities

Presented by:
Dr. Robert Shea, Provost
Michael Bosco, Associate Provost
Location: Student Center, Large Meeting Room

Academic success is a collaborative effort among students, faculty, staff — and often, families. This presentation will explore roles and responsibilities each party has in the educational process and how families can support their students’ success.

Family Session Option 5:
The Year Ahead: Your Family's First Year at Curry

Presented by: Marissa Lischinsky, Director, Student Transitions and Family Programs
Location: Student Center, President's Dining Room

Learn about important next steps in Curry’s onboarding process and tips about navigating the first year from families of current students and Student Transitions & Family Programs.

Gertrude M. Webb Learning Center (South Campus)

Meet faculty, staff, and students from our Program for Advancement of Learning (PAL) and tour the Gertrude M. Webb Learning Center, including the Assistive Technology Lab.

Alexander Graham Bell Hall, Room 305
Meet staff and current students from our Social Achievement in Learning (SAIL) program, and preview the spaces where our SAIL students live and learn.

You are invited to the Class of 2030 Reception!

1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Join your future classmates on Westhaver Park for a celebration with music, food trucks, lawn games, give-aways, and more. Members of the Curry College community, including current students, will be on hand to share information on all the ways to be involved as a Curry College student.