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.
Automotive Careers Information Session
Check out our state-of-the-art facilities and industry equipment. Meet our experienced faculty, check out our new virtual reality painter and discover Ridgewater’s automotive programs.
- Meet faculty and hear a program overview
- Tour both departments
- Learn about admissions, financial aid and the North Star Promise program
Wednesday | 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. | Willmar Campus | January 28
Info Session RSVP – January 21Criminal Justice & Peace Officer Information Session
Students called to serve and to protect have long looked to Ridgewater College for training. Learn the differences of each of the programs. Enter the workforce directly or gain a strong foundation before transferring for a bachelor’s degree.
- Meet faculty and hear a program overview
- Explore program options and learn criteria
- Learn about admissions, financial aid and the North Star Promise program
Tuesday | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. | Virtual over Zoom | January 27
Info Session RSVP – January 27Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Information Session
Become a critical inspector in aerospace, transportation, construction, or power industries. Train for in-demand, high-paying careers in just two years in Nondestructive Testing.
- Program overview with faculty instructors
- Hear about the unique, hands-on learning model
- See nation’s first and largest NDT testing lab
- Learn about admissions, financial aid and the North Star Promise program
Wednesday | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Hutchinson Campus | February 11
Info Session RSVP – February 11Nursing 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 | January 27, February 24, March 24, April 28, May 26
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PSEO (Post-Secondary Enrollment Options) Information Session
Eligible high school students can attend Ridgewater through on-campus or online courses. This virtual information session is for anyone considering Post-Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) who wants to know more about the process.
Tuesday | 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Virtual over Zoom | February 3
Info Session RSVP – February 3Professional Photography Information Session
Develop your skills, confidence and a photographic eye in Ridgewater’s Professional Photography program through either full-time or part-time class options. Become a professional photographer OR take a single course for your hobby. Master your camera settings, maximize photo editing software, and learn portrait and commercial photography and video strategies to develop your own style!
- Program overview with faculty instructors
- Discover program versatility and career opportunities
- Learn about admissions, financial aid and the North Star Promise program (free tuition)
Thursday | 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. | Virtual over Zoom | January 29
Info Session RSVP – January 29