Visit
Visit campus in person or check us out virtually!
In-person tours and virtual visits are available by appointment. Virtual and in-person program events are also available. Check out the options below.
Private Visits
Individual virtual and in-person visits are available by appointment.
Note: If you would like to schedule a group visit, please reach out to [email protected].
High School Visits
Outreach and Admissions Specialists are excited to visit with prospective students at their high schools. Check back soon for info on spring dates and locations.
Information Sessions and Open House Events
Many programs host information sessions or open houses throughout the year to give students a closer look at their departments. These include virtual and in-person events. Check back soon for future events.
Agriculture Orientation and Registration Event
The Ridgewater Agriculture Orientation and Registration event is a great opportunity to meet other students, learn about student supports, meet faculty and staff and register for classes.
Tuesday | 9:00 – 11:45 a.m. | Willmar Campus | April 14
Digital Design and Communication Information Session
Develop your design eye, software skills and confidence in Ridgewater’s Digital Design and related programs. Develop your creative and technical skills for a rewarding career using current industry software to communicate, inform, entertain, or market ideas, products or events.
- Program overview with faculty instructor
- Program versatility and career opportunities
- Learn about admissions, financial aid and the North Star Promise program
Tuesday | 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. | Virtual on Zoom | April 7
Info Session RSVP – April 7Health Information Technician Info Session
Be part of a healthcare team that makes an impact. Train in two years or less in our Health Information Technician or Medical Coding Specialist programs. Work in hospitals, insurance companies, clinics, and government agencies.
- Program overview with faculty instructor
- Program versatility and career opportunities
- Learn about admissions, financial aid and the North Star Promise program
Wednesday | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. | Virtual on Zoom | April 22
Info Session RSVP – April 22Massage Therapy Information Session
Massage Therapy is the ultimate in hands-on professions. Enjoy a rewarding career in a variety of settings in this expanding wellness field. Flexible program with day and evening options in Hutchinson and Willmar.
- Program overview with faculty instructors
- Discover why our program has a 100% job placement
- Learn about admissions, financial aid and the North Star Promise program
Tuesday | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Virtual on Zoom | April 28
Info Session RSVP – April 28Nursing Information Session
Ridgewater College has several options to obtain a nursing degree. Learn about Nursing program options:
- Attending an information session is required for admission to Ridgewater’s Nursing programs.
- Sessions start promptly. Late arrivals will not be admitted to the session.
- Learn Nursing admission criteria and deadlines.
- Learn about Ridgewater admissions, financial aid and the North Star Promise program.
Featured Programs
- Practical Nursing (LPN)
- Associate of Science (AS) Degree Nursing – Registered Nurse (RN)
Tuesdays | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. | Virtual over Zoom | April 28, May 26