Rattler Experience

Saturday, Sept. 16

Please note that times and locations are subject to change.

Check-In and Breakfast
9 a.m. | Alumni Athletics & Convocation Center (AA&CC), Bill Greehey Arena Lobby
Enjoy a continental breakfast and the welcoming sounds of our student led musical group, Mariachi Cascabel.

Welcome
9:30 a.m. | AA&CC, Bill Greehey Arena

Admission Presentation
9:45 a.m. | AA&CC, Bill Greehey Arena
Learn more about what St. Mary’s offers and the next steps in your journey to become a Rattler.

Break
10:15 a.m.
Take some time to pick out your sessions to learn more about us.

Choose Your Session #1
10:30 to 11:15 a.m.

Financial Aid | UC, Conference Room A
Learn how the Office of Financial Assistance connects students and families with the financial resources available so you can make informed decisions when it comes to paying for a St. Mary’s education.
Pre-Professional (Pre-Law, Pre-Health) Programs | UC, Conference Room B
If you are considering pursuing a career in the law or the health care industry, this session will provide information on the different programs and resources St. Mary’s offers to help students prepare for admission to law school, medical or dental school and more.
Specialty Scholarship Programs | Blume Library, Commons Learning Commons, Media Viewing Room
St. Mary’s strives to make college affordable. Nearly 100% of incoming undergraduate students receive scholarships and/or institutional grants. Come to this session to learn about the academic and specialty scholarship opportunities available.

Choose Your Session #2
11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Financial Aid | UC, Conference Room A
Learn how the Office of Financial Assistance connects students and families with the financial resources available so you can make informed decisions when it comes to paying for a St. Mary’s education.
Pre-Professional (Pre-Law, Pre-Health) Programs | UC, Conference Room B
If you are considering pursuing a career in the law or the health care industry, this session will provide information on the different programs and resources St. Mary’s offers to help students prepare for admission to law school, medical or dental school and more.
Specialty Scholarship Programs | Blume Library, Commons Learning Commons, Media Viewing Room
St. Mary’s strives to make college affordable. Nearly 100% of incoming undergraduate students receive scholarships and/or institutional grants. Come to this session to learn about the academic and specialty scholarship opportunities available.

Lunch
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | UC, Diamondback Café
Enjoy a variety of delicious fare, crafted by our award-winning Executive Chef Brent Gorman.

Resource Fair
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Blume Library, Cotrell Learning Commons
Meet with campus resource departments and learn about programs, services and organizations.

Campus Tours (Optional)
11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. | UC, North Courtyard
Grab a snack and take a walking tour of campus with a student Diamondback Tour Guide. Tours leave at 11:45 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Academic Preview
1 p.m. | UC, Conference Room A
Connect with students, faculty and staff to learn more about your academic school. You’ll discover academic programs, more about your major, courses, research opportunities and more. Guides will lead you to your session from the University Center.
College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences | UC, Conference Room A
Greehey School of Business | Alkek Business Building, Atrium
School of Science, Engineering and Technology | Moody Life Sciences Center, Room 101

Closing Remarks
2 p.m. | UC, Conference Room A
Don’t forget to grab your gift when you turn in your survey!

Residence Hall Tours (Optional)
2:15 p.m. | UC, Conference Room A
See what campus living is all about.