Admissions Events
We're Glad You're Here
The best way to experience Ringling College is to visit. Our studios, labs, and classrooms empower students to learn by making and doing, while developing their professional skills using the best equipment and the most advanced technology in the world. However you choose to experience Ringling College, we can’t wait to meet you.
Ringling Open House
Meet our students and faculty, learn all about our majors, tour the campus, and get tips on how to create a terrific portfolio. Find out about on-campus living, career services, student activities and clubs, financial aid, and more.
Open House is held on a Saturday twice a year, in the fall and spring.
Fall 2024 Open House
Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024
9 am-2 pm
Spring 2025 Open House
Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025
9 am-2 pm
Registration information is not yet available. Check back here for more information.
Accepted Student Day
Accepted Student Day is a fun-filled day celebrating acceptance to Ringling College that is usually held on the first Saturday in April. Accepted students will have a chance to meet faculty and future classmates and begin the Ringling College experience.
This event is open to accepted students who have received an email invitation with additional details and the registration link (and their families). Registration is required.
2025 Accepted Student Day
Saturday, April 5, 2025
9 am-2 pm
National Portfolio Day
September 15th, 2024 from 1-5 pm EST.
Register now for your portfolio review.
Ringling College of Art and Design
2700 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, Florida 34234
Other Ways to Visit
Campus Tours
The Office of Admissions hosts student-led campus tours Monday through Friday at 9:30 am and 1:30 pm EST. Each tour begins with an information session with an admissions counselor which is followed by a tour of campus conducted by a student tour guide.
Online Info Sessions
Attend an online information session with an admissions representative and learn more about Ringling College.
Virtual Tour
Unable to visit our campus? We’ve got you covered with our Virtual Tour.