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Visit Options

Visit Campus

Life as a Leatherneck is a life of community and collaboration. When you visit Âé¶¹Éç Illinois University (Âé¶¹Éç), you get your first taste of Âé¶¹Éç life through campus tours, meetings with faculty and admissions staff, and Q&As with current students.

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Immerse yourself in Âé¶¹Éç’s welcoming community, where vibrant student life promotes connections and engagement; rigorous academics push you to achieve your dreams; and hands-on learning crops up in every classroom, internship, and extracurricular activity.

Visit Âé¶¹Éç over a weekend, for an open house, in a showcase event, or from anywhere in the world on a virtual Âé¶¹Éç tour.

Visit us Virtually

Can’t make it to campus in person? You can connect with us virtually. Learn more about Leatherneck life from anywhere in the world on a virtual Âé¶¹Éç Illinois University campus visit!

Graduate School Campus Visit

For those interested in one of our master's or doctoral programs, Âé¶¹Éç has visit options at both our Macomb and Quad Cities campuses.

We Are Here to Help: Contact Your Admissions Counselor

Your admissions counselor is fully dedicated to YOUR success! Meet one-on-one to discuss your application, navigate scholarship opportunities, and plan your Âé¶¹Éç housing.

Campus Visit FAQs

How do I travel to campus?

Our Âé¶¹Éç transportation directions can help you travel to the small-town charm of Macomb from Chicago, St. Louis, Southern Illinois, and beyond by car, plane, or train.

Where can I find parking?

You can obtain a free visitor parking permit at any time from Mowbray Hall on Murray Street. Visitors are welcome to park in any unreserved space in the Faculty/Staff and Q parking lots. Review the Âé¶¹Éç visitor parking map.

How long does a campus tour take?

Your Âé¶¹Éç campus tour will last about 60 minutes and includes plenty of time to ask questions of the admissions staff or Âé¶¹Éç student tour guide.

Can parents or guests join?

Yes! Your parents and up to 6 additional guests are welcome on campus.

Where should I stay in Macomb, Illinois, for my visit?

We recommend our on-campus University Union Hotel for a convenient and comfortable stay here in Macomb. Learn more about local accommodations for groups of all sizes.