Join FAA administration for an on-campus information session and get a closer look at the College of Fine and Applied Arts, which houses Architecture, Art and Design, Dance, Landscape Architecture, Music, Sustainable Design, Theatre, and Urban Planning. Come on a Friday this fall! Tours may be available for some FAA units after the presentation. Additionally, you have the option to join a campus daily visit for a presentation from college admissions representatives and a campus tour.
Friday, September 9
Friday, September 16
Friday, September 23
Saturday, September 24
Friday, October 7
Friday, October 21
Saturday, October 22
Friday, November 11
Friday, December 2
Friday, December 9
An Orange and Blue Day is a large, day-long University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign open house. You'll begin your visit with a presentation about life on campus, followed by a Q&A session with current students. Next, you'll hear about housing and financial aid. After breaking for lunch, you'll have the chance to attend an information session with the College of Fine and Applied Arts. After the information session you can visit the unit of your choice: Architecture, Art and Design, Dance, Landscape Architecture, Music, Sustainable Design, Theatre, or Urban Planning.
Monday, October 10
Friday, October 14
Friday, October 28
Friday, November 4
Join the School of Architecture for a tour of its facilities—including studios—and hear about the school's programs. Tours are available every Monday, excluding campus holidays.
Join the School of Music for a tour of its facilities and hear more about what the school has to offer. Tours are available Monday–Friday, excluding campus holidays.
Whether you are interested in environmental design, the performing arts, or the visual arts, helping you follow your passion is what the College of Fine and Applied Arts does best. Join us for an overview and application information session with the admissions team.
Monday, September 12
Monday, October 10
Monday, November 14
Monday, December 12
7:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. (CDT/CST)
What does someone with a degree in dance do for a career? If I study architecture but I don't want to build houses and skyscrapers, what job options are there for me? What is an urban planner? If you think you'd like to study architecture, art and design, dance, landscape architecture, music, sustainable design, theatre, or urban and regional planning, you'll want to join an information session to find out about all the exciting career options.
Tuesday, September 13
Tuesday, October 11
Tuesday, November 15
Tuesday, December 13
7:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. (CDT/CST)
Learn the best practices for putting together an art and design portfolio. We will show you real examples of portfolio work and offer tips to make your portfolio stronger for admission to the School of Art and Design.
Wednesday, September 14
Wednesday, October 12
Wednesday, November 16
Wednesday, December 14
7:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. (CDT/CST)
Are you interested in applying to a performing arts major in dance, music, or theatre at Illinois? Join us for this special presentation to get audition, interview, and portfolio tips.
Thursday, September 15
Thursday, October 13
Thursday, November 17
Thursday, December 15
7:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. (CDT/CST)
These information sessions will include details about the admissions procedure (including the portfolio requirement) and the different majors and minors offered in the School of Art and Design. Each small session will have time for questions.
Thursday, September 8
Monday, September 19
Wednesday, October 5
Thursday, October 20
Wednesday, November 2
Monday, November 14
Thursday, December 1
Wednesday, December 14
4:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m. (CDT/CST)
This overview of the School of Music will include general information about the school plus details about applications, auditions, and talent scholarships.
Monday, September 12, 4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. (CDT)
Wednesday, September 28, 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. (CDT)
Monday, October 10, 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. (CDT)
Wednesday, October 26, 4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. (CDT)
Tuesday, November 15, 4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. (CST)
Wednesday, November 30, 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. (CST)
Monday, December 5, 4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. (CST)
Learn more about the major and ask any questions you may have! Join us on Zoom for a live session.
Monday, September 26, 3:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. CDT
Tuesday, October 25, 3:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. CDT
Friday, December 2, 12:00 p.m.–12:30 p.m. CST
Friday, December 16, 3:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. CST
Visit the School of Architecture! Join us and be introduced to the architecture program at Illinois and learn what it takes to become an architect. You will also have the opportunity to hear from a current student and learn more about the campus.
Every Monday 1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (CDT/CST)
If you are interested in programs in dance, landscape architecture, sustainable design, theatre, or urban planning and would like to speak with an advisor, please email faa-admissions@illinois.edu. We are happy to set up a one-on-one virtual informational meeting with you.
Applicants to the Department of Dance, Department of Theatre, School of Art and Design, and School of Music must fulfill talent requirements to complete the application process. School of Art and Design applicants will upload their portfolios to our submission portal. For all performing arts applicants (dance, music, and theatre majors), we will host on-campus audition events, attend festivals/events, and allow virtual auditions for those unable to audition in person. Each performing arts major has specific requirements for auditions, interviews, or portfolios.
Head to our application information to get details on upcoming audition events.
