Campus tours and events
Visit Saint Mary's or join an online information session!
There’s nothing like experiencing the campus in person to see why Saint Mary’s is the right fit for you. From our beautiful spaces to our tight-knit, supportive community, our perfectly-sized campus will take your breath away. You don’t have to imagine what life at Saint Mary’s is like - you can see it for yourself by registering for an in-person campus tour! Please note that not all meetings or spaces, including meeting with a Recruitment and Enrolment Specialist, are available on weekends as the campus is closed.
Individual tours
Individual tours are for prospective students and their supporters, providing a great introduction to our campus. When possible, these can be tailored to meet students’ interests. Tours will include a 75-90 minute tour of campus with a current undergraduate student and a 15-minute post-tour chat with a Recruitment and Enrolment Specialist.
Requests for additional meetings may be possible and will extend the length of time spent on campus.
Tour times
- Monday to Thursday: 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.
- Friday: 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.
Make the most of your March Break and take a big step toward your future at Saint Mary’s University!
We’re offering extra campus tours during March Break in the Maritimes (March 2-6 and March 16-20) with daily tour times at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 2 p.m.
When you visit during March Break, you can:
- Tour campus with a current student guide
- Meet one-on-one with a recruiter for personalized application and program advice
- Connect with faculty representatives and student support services (as scheduling allows)
- Enjoy a free lunch at Dockside Dining (one per tour registrant)
- And be entered to win an SMU Swag Prize Pack!
Make the most of your March Break and take a big step toward your future at Saint Mary’s University!
We’re offering extra campus tours during March Break in the Maritimes (March 2-6 and March 16-20) with daily tour times at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 2 p.m.
When you visit during March Break, you can:
- Tour campus with a current student guide
- Meet one-on-one with a recruiter for personalized application and program advice
- Connect with faculty representatives and student support services (as scheduling allows)
- Enjoy a free lunch at Dockside Dining (one per tour registrant)
- And be entered to win an SMU Swag Prize Pack!
Sit in on a real class when you visit campus during the Winter 2026 term!
When you take a tour Monday to Thursday at 12 p.m. or 2 p.m., you have the option to attend a lecture as part of your visit — just let us know when you sign up for your tour. Choose from:
- What's the Deal with Taylor Swift? – Tuesday afternoons
Explore the social, cultural, and economic impact of one of the world’s most influential artists, and dive into the power and appeal of Taylor Swift’s celebrity. - Soccer: A History of Brazil – Monday and Wednesday afternoons
Discover how soccer evolved from an elite pastime to Brazil’s national passion, and the historical forces that shaped its unifying power. - The Fantastic – Tuesday and Thursday afternoons
Examine the origins of modern fantasy literature and its evolution across stories, novels, graphic novels, film, and gaming.
Seats are limited, so make sure to select your lecture when you register!
Sit in on a real class when you visit campus during the Winter 2026 term!
When you take a tour Monday to Thursday at 12 p.m. or 2 p.m., you have the option to attend a lecture as part of your visit — just let us know when you sign up for your tour. Choose from:
- What's the Deal with Taylor Swift? – Tuesday afternoons
Explore the social, cultural, and economic impact of one of the world’s most influential artists, and dive into the power and appeal of Taylor Swift’s celebrity. - Soccer: A History of Brazil – Monday and Wednesday afternoons
Discover how soccer evolved from an elite pastime to Brazil’s national passion, and the historical forces that shaped its unifying power. - The Fantastic – Tuesday and Thursday afternoons
Examine the origins of modern fantasy literature and its evolution across stories, novels, graphic novels, film, and gaming.
Seats are limited, so make sure to select your lecture when you register!
Group Tours
Saint Mary’s University offers guided campus tours for organized groups, such as school classes, youth organizations, and community programs, whose members are interested in learning more about studying at SMU. These tours provide an engaging and informative experience, offering insight into academic programs, student life, and campus facilities.
Group tours typically last three hours and must be booked at least 10 business days in advance. While we strive to accommodate all requests, availability depends on our resources.
To schedule a group tour or learn more, please click the button below and complete the request form.
On-campus course registration support
Time: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
The New Student Welcome Centre and our Student Ambassadors are excited to help new students register for their courses for Winter 2025. Appointments can be made by emailing recruitment@smu.ca or campustours@smu.ca. Drop-in advising may be available as staffing permits.
Virtual tour
Take a self-guided virtual tour to see our campus and learn about programs and supports for students.
Events and webinars
Interested in learning more about Saint Mary’s University? Connect with our Recruitment team at a community event, an open house, or online to learn more about everything that Saint Mary’s has to offer. We offer first-year course registration assistance, international student information sessions and more.
See our calendar for all upcoming events.
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We're now accepting applications for Winter and Fall 2025 terms.