✨ Saturday, October 18, 2025
Discover what it means to be a Seawolf at Preview Day on Saturday, October 18 at 9:30 AM! Experience the energy, connections, and opportunities that make SSU such a special place. Join us for our premier open house event designed to give prospective undergraduate students and their families a firsthand look at life at Sonoma State.
Whether you're exploring your college options or already picturing yourself here, this is your chance to explore campus, connect with inspiring students, faculty, staff, and alumni, and learn everything you need to know about academics, campus life, and the support available to help you thrive. We can’t wait to welcome you to Sonoma State!
🚗 Complimentary Parking!
Please note that parking is complimentary for this event! Check out the Campus Map for locations — we recommend Parking Lot J. For directions to campus, please visit our Directions to SSU page.
Schedule at a Glance
Community & Connection
- Club & Resource Fair from 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- Academic Expo from 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- Early Admissions Check-In from 9:30 AM - Noon
- Alumni & Future Seawolf Mixer from 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
LOBOTalks: Real Stories. Real Insights.
- Hosted by Faculty & the Career Center at 10:30 AM
- Hosted by Students at 11:15 AM
Learn More Sessions
- Nursing at 10:30 AM
- Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) at 11:15 AM
- Disability Services for Students (DSS) at 11:15 AM
- How to Afford College with Financial Aid at 1:15 PM
- The Beauty of Living On Campus with Housing and Culinary Services at 2:00 PM
Tasty Eats & Self-Guided Fun
- Sip Coffee Shop from 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM
- Explore our Campus Recreation Center from 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Schulz Information Center and the Makerspace from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Dine On-Campus at The Kitchens from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Get your SSU Swag at our Campus Bookstore from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Enjoy an Interactive Exhibition (RRR) at the University Art Gallery from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Men's Lacrosse Game from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Take a Tour to See Yourself Here!
- Campus Tours at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM
- Housing Tours at 11:40 AM, 1:40 PM, and 3:40 PM
📢 Bonus: Get Ahead with Early Admission!
Why Wait to Hear Back?
If you applied early, you may be able to receive your admissions decision at Preview Day! This is your chance to take a confident step toward your future at Sonoma State before the regular timeline.
How to Qualify:
- You submitted your application to Sonoma State via Cal State Apply by October 8, 2025.
- You registered for Preview Day by October 8, 2025.
- If you're eligible, your decision will be ready and waiting at the Admissions booth during the Club & Resource Fair!
Early Admission Eligibility:
- Fall 2026 Undergraduate Applicants
- First Year or Transfer Students
- The application must be fully completed, including course-by-course details
- Not available for:
- Applicants to impacted majors requiring departmental review
- International students on F-1 visas
- Students with non-California coursework (requires extended review)
Note: While we strive to review all applications in time for Preview Day, a small number may require additional processing. If your decision isn’t ready by October 18, 2025, rest assured, your application will still receive priority status.