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 Information Session
Make your passion for agriculture productive by training at Ridgewater’s long-standing, nationally-recognized Agriculture Department. Benefit from strong industry connections and internships and an award-winning student organization.
- Program overview with faculty instructors
- Discover Ridgewater’s 100% job placement in related agriculture fields
- Tour department
- Learn about admissions, financial aid and the North Star Promise program (free tuition)
Thursday | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. | Willmar Campus | April 17
Info Session RSVP – April 17Machine Tool Technology Information Session
Explore the world of precision manufacturing and innovation. Build your knowledge and skills to master Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines for creating parts, tools and products for today’s industries.
- Program overview with faculty instructor
- Take a department tour
- Learn about program scholarships, admissions, financial aid and the North Star Promise program (free tuition)
Wednesday | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Hutchinson Campus | April 30
Info Session RSVP – April 30Massage 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 (free tuition)
Saturday | 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. | Virtual on Zoom | April 12
Info Session RSVP – April 12Multimedia Design Technology Information Session
Develop your design eye, software skills and confidence in Ridgewater’s Multimedia Design Technology (MMDT) or Web Developer 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 (free tuition)
Thursday | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. | Virtual on Zoom | May 1
Info Session RSVP – May 1Photography Information Session
Develop your skills, confidence and a photographic eye in Ridgewater’s Professional Photography program through either full-time or part-time class experiences. Become a career expert 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 our program versatility and career opportunities
- Learn about admissions, financial aid and the North Star Promise program (free tuition)
Wednesday | 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Virtual on Zoom | April 16
Info Session RSVP – April 16