A bird-eye-view of Nipissing University campus

Open Houses

Thinking about your next step? Come see what life at Nipissing is all about. Our Open House events are your chance to explore campus, meet professors and students, and get a real feel for our community. 

Fall Open House

Saturday, Oct 25, 2025
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (EST)
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Spring Open House

Saturday, Oct 25, 2025
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (EST)
Registration closed

What to Expect

Check-in

Start your day at the R.J. Surtees Student Athletics Centre lobby to check-in, receive your campus map and pick up an event schedule.

Campus Tours

Wander through key spots on campus with our friendly Student Ambassadors as your guides. You’ll visit the Athletic Centre, explore the Harris Learning Library, stop by the NUSU Student Centre, and begin your tour in the Main Building’s front lobby.

Residence Tours

Curious about living on campus? Drop by Governors House for a tour of our award-winning, suite-style residences—with private rooms guaranteed for first-year students coming from high school.

Student Support Fair

Meet the teams behind financial aid, student life, athletics, accessibility services, and more. You’ll also connect with students from clubs and societies across campus.

Program Info Sessions

Drop in on a session led by our approachable professors to learn more about your program of interest. Get a feel for what classes will be like and ask your questions!

Fine Arts Students – Monastery Hall Tour

Hop on the bus for a quick ride to Monastery Hall and see where our Fine Arts students get inspired by the picturesque surroundings. Bus departs from the R.J. Surtees Athletic Centre.

Nursing Students/Social Work Students – Interprofessional Simulation Labs

Join us for a tour of our new Interprofessional Simulation Labs. See where our students learn and practice their skills in various simulated patient case scenarios. Meet us in the Green Lounge.

Physical & Health Education

Physical and Health Education Students – Centre for Physical and Health Education Lab Tours Meet us at the Living Wall (in R.J. Surtees Athletic Centre) to tour the facility. You’ll have a chance to check out some of the innovative labs our students learn in such as the exercise physiology lab, anatomy lab and biomechanics lab.

Plan Your Day

Schedules & Maps

Download the schedule and floor plan to explore the locations you will be visiting.

Getting to Campus

Our Location:
100 College Drive, Box 5002, North Bay ON Canada P1B 8L7

Parking Details:
Parking is available in Lot 4 and Lot 5. Accessible parking is available in both lots. See the campus map for details.

Fairfield Hotel entrance at night

Accommodations

Book your stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott, and take advantage of a special discounted rate for student families.

Can’t Make it to Open House?

No problem! There are many ways to explore campus. Book a campus tour on a more convenient date or take a virtual tour.

Campus Tours

Our friendly and knowledgeable Student Ambassadors will guide you on a tour of the Nipissing University campus, including our main campus building, library, athletics centre, student centre, and more or explore our campus and classrooms from your desktop or mobile device.

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