Visit Campus
The best way to find out what it is like to be a member of the Tulane community is to visit us. A visit to campus provides an opportunity to meet current students, sit in on a class or two, and attend campus lectures, movies, or student theatrical or musical productions. A visit to Tulane will also allow you to experience New Orleans, our culturally rich and unique city.
Upcoming Special Programs
Receptions for Admitted Students
Admission Counselors will be visiting cities around the U.S. to host receptions for admitted students and their families. More information about the program nearest you will be sent to all admitted students in early spring.
Destination Tulane
We invite all admitted students to attend Destination Tulane, a special program (exclusively for admitted students and their families) and see why Tulane University is the ultimate college destination! Choose one day (M, T, Th, or F) from March 25-April 25 (NOT offered on Wednesdays or on Monday, March 31). Click here for the regular weekday Destination TU Schedule of events. Two Saturdays will also be offered on April 5 and April 12 (classes will not be in session on Sat. and the Saturday schedule will be slightly condensed)
- Meet current students along with other future members of our next incoming class
- Sit in on a real class with Tulane professors and students
- Explore the historic Tulane campus, including lunch in the dining hall, on us!
- Get answers to all of your questions – about academics, financial aid and student life – from Tulane faculty, administrators and students!
Invitations will be sent via email and postal mail to all admitted students, with RSVP instructions included.
Daily Campus Tours
Tulane welcomes visitors in the Undergraduate Admission Office, Room 210 Gibson Hall. Information sessions and campus tours begin at 9:00 am and 2:00 pm M-F during the school year, and at 9:00am most Saturdays. You can see all available dates and times, and arrange your campus tour by using our online reservation system. If you'd like to arrange a large group tour, please call the Admission Office at 800-873-WAVE and ask for the group tour coordinator.
Louisiana Week at Tulane – a daily program spanning one week that is specially designed for prospective Louisiana high school students and their parents to visit Tulane University. More information will posted this fall.
Visit a Class
Visiting students may sit in on a class. Please see the list of available classes for more information.
Dine with a current student (for admitted students only)
Admitted students can set up a meal on campus with a current student. Click here to choose a date.
Interviews
Tulane does not offer evaluative interviews as part of the application process. However, we are always happy to answer your questions and share our advice. In fact, every campus tour begins with an information session with a member of our admission committee.
Getting to Campus
The university has set up a special travel portal to help you find flights, hotels, etc.
New Orleans is easily accessible by car, train (Amtrak) or plane. Louis Armstrong International Airport (Airport code MSY) is served by major carriers, including AirTran, American, Delta, ExpressJet, Continental, JetBlue, Northwest, Southwest, US Airways, and United. www.flymsy.com
The Office of Undergraduate Admission is located in 210 Gibson Hall at 6823 St. Charles Avenue in the Uptown area of New Orleans. AS parking availability is limited close to campus, we strongly recommend that visitors take a taxi or use public transportation to get to campus. Taxi fare between Louis Armstrong International and Tulane University is $29 each way ($12 per person for 3 or more people). Taxis can be found just outside of the baggage claim area on the lower level of the terminal.
The Airport Shuttle service charges $15 each way between Louis Armstrong International Airport and Tulane University. You can purchase tickets in advance at www.airportshuttleneworleans.com or upon arrival at the baggage claim area. The Airport Shuttle van stops at the Tulane Lavin-Bernick Center for University Life, a short walk from the Office of Admission.
Parking near the university is limited, and garage parking at downtown hotels can be expensive; use of taxi or public transportation is highly recommended. Local cab service is available by calling (504) 522-9771.
The Tulane campus is located in Uptown New Orleans on St. Charles Avenue Streetcar line, approximately four miles from the French Quarter. Click here for a map of the New Orleans area, or here for a campus map.
Driving Directions: FROM THE WEST on I-10 (Including Louis Armstrong Intl. Airport)
Follow the signs toward the Central Business District. As you enter the downtown area, follow the signs to Hwy. 90 Business/West Bank. Exit at St. Charles Avenue/Carondelet Street (do not cross the bridge). At the second traffic light make a right onto St. Charles Avenue. Follow St. Charles Avenue for four miles. Tulane and Gibson Hall will be on your right at 6823 St. Charles Avenue. Gibson Hall is the center of the three main stone buildings on St. Charles Avenue. Proceed up the center staircase which will take you directly into the undergraduate Admission Office.
*Parking near the university is limited, use of taxi or public transportation is highly recommended.
Driving Directions: FROM THE EAST on I-10
As you enter the downtown area, follow the signs to Hwy. 90 Business/West Bank. Exit at St. Charles Avenue/Carondelet Street (do not cross the bridge). At the second traffic light make a right turn onto St. Charles Avenue. Follow St. Charles Avenue for four miles. Tulane and Gibson Hall will be on your right at 6823 St. Charles Avenue.Gibson Hall is the center of the three main stone buildings on St. Charles Avenue. Proceed up the center staircase which will take you directly into the undergraduate Admission Office.
*Parking near the university is limited, use of taxi or public transportation is highly recommended.
Area Hotels
The Tulane Office of Admission has secured special rates at the hotels below- be sure to mention TULANE ADMISSION for the best rate. We strongly suggest advance reservations.
Uptown / University Area
Hampton Inn St. Charles/Garden District
3626 St. Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70115
Toll Free Reservations: 1-800-292-0653
Mandevilla Bed & Breakfast
7716 St. Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70118
(800) 288-0484
Sully Mansion Bed & Breakfast
2631 Prytania Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
Toll Free: (800) 364-2414
Email: reservations@sullymansion.com
Downtown / French Quarter
Iberville Suites Hotel
910 Iberville St.
New Orleans, LA 70112
866-229-4351 (ask for the Tulane rate)
Hilton New Orleans Riverside
2 Poydras St.
New Orleans, LA 70140
504-561-0500 (ask for the Tulane rate)
Homewood Suites by Hilton
901 Poydras St.
New Orleans, LA 70112
504-581-5599 (ask for the Tulane rate)
Hilton St. Charles Ave.
333 St. Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-524-8890 (ask for the Tulane rate)
Hotel Inter-Continental New Orleans
444 St. Charles Avenue
New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
800-971-4654
Ritz-Carlton New Orleans
921 Canal St
New Orleans, LA 70112
(504) 524-1331
The Whitney, A Wyndham Hotel
610 Poydras St.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-581-4222 (ask for the Tulane rate)
Lafitte Guest House
1003 Rue Bourbon
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-581-2678 (ask for the Tulane rate)
New Orleans Marriott
555 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
888-364-1200
New Orleans Marriott Convention Center
859 Convention Center Blvd
New Orleans, 70130
(504) 613-2888
Courtyard by Marriott: New Orleans
300 Julia St.
New Orleans, 70130
(504) 598-9898
Hotel Provincial
1024 Rue Chartres
New Orleans, LA 70116
800-535-7922
Dauphine Orleans Hotel
415 Rue Dauphine
New Orleans, LA 70112
800-521-7111
French Market Inn
501 Rue Decatur
New Orleans, LA 70130
888-211-3447
Astor Crowne Plaza
739 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
888-211-3447
