MOBILE, Ala. – Choosing the right college is a big decision, and the best way to know if a university is the perfect fit is to experience it in person. That’s why the University of Mobile invites high school and transfer students and families to UM Day, a special preview event designed to give students a firsthand look at life at UM.
There is still time to sign up for the last UM Day of spring semester on Friday, March 21. RSVP today at umobile.edu/umday-info.
Get Ready for Your College Visit
Hali Givens, assistant vice president for enrollment services at UM, says a well-planned college visit can make all the difference. She offers these expert tips to help students and parents get the most out of UM Day:
- Sign Up in Advance – Register for UM Day at umobile.edu/umday-info to ensure you receive important event details and a personalized experience.
- Plan Your Questions – Get the most from your visit by coming prepared with questions about academics, student life and financial aid.
- Explore Faith Opportunities – Ask about worship events, campus ministries and faith-based learning experiences.
- Meet Professors in Your Field of Study – Faculty connections can help you understand program expectations and opportunities.
- Tour Campus – Picture yourself as part of the RamFam! Walk through classrooms and state-of-the-art labs, check out the #1 Dorms in Alabama, and experience UM’s beautiful campus.
- Explore Scholarships – Learn how your visit could earn you a $2,000 scholarship when you apply and enroll.
- Engage in Worship and Community – Experience the Christ-centered culture that makes UM unique.
“A college visit is a crucial step in the decision-making process. It allows students to truly envision themselves as part of the University of Mobile community,” Givens says.
Sign Up for UM Day
Sign up for the next UM Day on Friday, March 21 at umobile.edu/umday-info or call 251-442-2222 to speak with an admissions counselor.
Schedule a Private Campus Visit
Can’t make it to UM Day? UM offers convenient private tours throughout the year. Learn more about UM and schedule a campus visit at umobile.edu/um-info.
About the University of Mobile
The University of Mobile is a Christ-centered university pursuing excellence “For Christ and His Kingdom.” With a vision to “Multiply Kingdom Leaders for the Glory of God and the Good of the World,” the university honors God by equipping students for their future professions in an environment where they are known.
The university was founded in 1961 and is affiliated with the Alabama Baptist State Convention. Located 10 miles north of Mobile, Alabama, on a campus of over 880 acres, UM offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in over 75 academic programs. Learn more at umobile.edu/um-info and connect with UM on social media @univofmobile, or call Enrollment Services at 1.800.WIN.RAMS or 251.442.2222.
Kathy Dean uses her passion for storytelling and “playing with words” to share the stories of people, place and purpose that make the University of Mobile unique. As associate vice president for university communications, she manages media relations, edits the TorchLight alumni magazine, and oversees university communications. A former award-winning journalist, she is a two-time recipient of the Baptist Communicators Association grand prize for feature writing. Kathy and her husband, Chuck, live with three extremely loud miniature schnauzers.