Spotlight day

Attending a Spotlight Day is a great way to discover if Messiah is the right fit for you!

Ready to dig deeper? Immerse yourself in a day-long experience tailored to your academic passions. Explore specific majors, engage with current students and faculty – even attend a class! Choose this event if you have a clear direction in your chosen area of study.

Sneak Peek

Complimentary lunch
Ideal for juniors, seniors & transfers
Dive deeper into your academic interest
Focused time with your department
Take a campus tour

Join us for the day as you explore your academic interest!

Check out the options for each hour based upon academic interest to plan your day.

8:15 a.m.	Registration opens
	Student Success and Engagement Fair
9 a.m.	Welcome and Student Life Panel
10 a.m.	Academic Session, class, or Admissions presentation*
11 a.m.	Academic Session, class, Admissions presentation, or lunch*
12 p.m.	Academic Session, class, Admissions presentation, or lunch*
1 p.m.	Specialty Tours, Admissions Presentation, Explore U Session
1 - 3:30 p.m.	The Wrap Up
	Campus Tours available at 2 & 3 p.m.

	*You will select your 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. activity prior to the event based upon your academic interest. Be on the lookout for an email one week prior to the event to select your preferences.

Before you arrive, download our Messiah Guide app to help you plan your day.

Visit your app store and search "Messiah University Guides" to download our event app.
This app contains the full Spotlight Day program details along with the ability to build your own schedule.
Enable "Push notifications" to make sure that you receive updates and important announcements.
The guide can be found on iTunes or Google Play.

Messiah is located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, just 12 miles from the state capital, Harrisburg, and just a short drive from Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. When arriving for the open house, you will be directed by campus personnel to our visitor parking lot, conveniently located near where you’ll start your day.

Directions

Campus map

Lodging near campus

Fun things to do in the area

How do I get to campus?

Directions

Where should I park?

Following parking signs or attendants to park in the visitor parking lot.

Are the day’s activities for both students and quests?

Yes! Most activities are for both students and guests to participate in together. If a session/experience is students or guests only, it will be indicated on the schedule in the Guidebook app. Classes are for registered students only.

Do I need to sign-up beforehand for sessions other than the class?

Nope! Students must pre-register for a class through the link in their email or at registration. Other than the class, students and guests are welcome to attend any sessions, lunch specialty tours, campus tours, etc. they choose throughout the day.

How do I know what to do throughout the day outside of class?

Follow your academic department of interest throughout the day. Attend the academic session, lunch and any additional opportunities to experience as much time with your potential future major as possible. If you aren't sure what you want to major in, feel free to select a few different tracks to follow, or feel free to split up from your guests and attend different sessions as well. Check out the Guidebook app for full schedule and options!

When/where do we eat?

Lunch is free to all guests attending the Spotlight Day. Lunch time depends on your academic department (some eat at 11 am and others at 12 pm based upon the rest of their schedule). Lunch tables are hosted by your academic department faculty and/or current students so look for your department's reserved table and enjoy!

What information will be provided during the Admissions presentation?

Admissions presentations cover the application process, scholarship information, majors, campus opportunities and basic financial aid information.

How will I navigate around campus throughout the day?

Admissions staff will guide everyone to their first sessions after the opening session. After that, staff are available throughout campus to help point you in the right direction to get there on your own. Pick up a campus map at the Ask Us table or use the interactive map in the Guidebook app too.

Can I go on a campus tour?

Yes! Full campus walking tours are available at 1, 2 and 3 pm. Full campus tours are led by a current student and take about 60 minutes. Tours explore academic buildings, the library, student union, residence hall, fitness center and more!

What does the Wrap up entail?

The Wrap up is a great opportunity to connect with your admissions counselor. Counselors are assigned based upon your high school and we even color code things to make it easier. Look for the counselor with the same color lanyard and balloons that you have! You will also be able to chat with current students while you enjoy end of the day snacks and pick up your free t-shirt!

What if I want to meet with an athletic coach today?

If you are interested in athletics at Messiah, please fill out the Be Recruited form prior to your visit and reach out to the coach on your own to schedule a time. Due to the packed schedule of the day, admissions is unable to plan additional meetings for you, but if your scheudle allows and the coach is available, then feel free to plan on your own. Generally speaking, after 2 pm works best.

Explore your visit options!

We have multiple in-person and virtual visit options available. Browse the events below or click the blue button to use a guided help tool to find the right event for you. We can’t wait to show you all the reasons Messiah is an awesome place to call home!

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Okay, based on your response, we recommend you checking out the events listed below.

Open House

Spotlight Days

Individual Visit

Falcon Friday

Accepted Student Preview Day

On-demand virtual resources

Open House

Spend the day with us to discover all possibilities Messiah offers. Explore diverse academic offerings with faculty, tour campus with a current student, and immerse yourself in our tight-knit community.

Learn More

Reasons to attend:

Tour our scenic campus with a student ambassador.

Enjoy a delicious complimentary lunch in the dining hall.

Discover how to invest in your future with our financial aid team.

Explore the options in your area of academic interest.

Immerse yourself in a day-long experience tailored to your academic passions. Explore specific majors, engage with current students and faculty – even attend a class! Choose this event if you have a clear direction in your chosen area of study.

Learn More

Reasons to attend:

Complimentary lunch

Ideal for juniors, seniors & transfers

Dive deeper into your academic interest

Focused time with your department

Take a campus tour

Student walking on the sidewalk at Messiah University

Individual Visit

Visiting campus for an Individual Visit lets you customize your Messiah campus experience. You can build a visit day to help explore your interests and continue growing your knowledge and understanding of the Messiah community. The date, time, length and schedule of your visit is up to you!

Pick the date and time that work best for you.

View upcoming Saturday visit opportunities.

Opportunities during an individual visit:

Personalized visit based on your interests

Enjoy a campus tour with a current student

Meet individually with an Admissions representative

Meet with faculty, staff or coaches

Attend a class or chapel

Overnight Visit

Choose an overnight experience that is paired with one of our larger event days such as Open House or paired with specific Individual Visit to customize your day

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Reasons to stay overnight:

Experience life as a Messiah University student

Stay in a residence hall with a current student

Participate in on campus evening activities

Enjoy meals in Lottie Nelson Dining Hall

Discover if Messiah is the right fit for you!

Falcon Friday

Visit us in the summer for a quick “fly by” of Messiah! Check out our rigorous academic programs and spiritual growth opportunities — and stick around for an ice cream social. This is a great first look of campus!

Learn More

Reasons to attend:

Take a tour of campus

Spend time with a current student panel

Learn about the admissions process

Find out more about your academic interest

Virtual Visit

We would love to connect with you virtually! View our virtual tours, watch pre-recorded sessions, scroll through photo galleries of our campus and register to meet with a member of our campus community from the comfort of your own home.

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Accepted Student Preview Day

Accepted student days are designed to guide students and their families through the questions and next steps of joining the Messiah University community, and they include orientation information, campus tours, lunch, financial aid sessions and more!

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Each academic program will be represented at the Accepted Student Preview Day for you to:

Experience academic advising led by faculty in your department

Connect with other accepted students

Engage with student life and learn how to register for classes

Information session for parents

Spotlight day

Attending a Spotlight Day is a great way to discover if Messiah is the right fit for you!

Sneak Peek

Fall visit dates

Explore your visit options!

Open House

Spotlight Days

Individual Visit

Falcon Friday

Accepted Student Preview Day

On-demand virtual resources

Open House

Reasons to attend:

Spotlight Day

Reasons to attend:

Individual Visit

Opportunities during an individual visit:

Overnight Visit

Reasons to stay overnight:

Falcon Friday

Reasons to attend:

Virtual Visit

Accepted Student Preview Day

Each academic program will be represented at the Accepted Student Preview Day for you to:

Office of Admissions