Visit Days

It's time to SPRING into DePaul! At DePaul's Spring Visit Day, you'll connect with current students and our award-winning faculty, tour one or both of our gorgeous campuses, meet our admissions experts to discuss the application process and financial aid, and have some fun in the Best Big City in the U.S while the flowers start to bloom. This is the best way to see DePaul and get a taste of what it's like to be a Blue Demon. Register below!

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Spring Into DePaul

Save the date
Saturday, May 9th, 2026


Spring has sprung! 🌷 Join us to celebrate the new season and see DePaul and Chicago in full bloom.

It's the perfect way to learn more about what DePaul has to offer.

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Fall Visit Day Recap

Past event
Saturday, October 11th, 2025

We invited students and their families to Fall for DePaul and they did! Thank you to everyone who toured campus, met with faculty, and talked to our admission team! Here's a taste of that special day! 🍁

Spring Visit Day Schedule

Spring Visit Days are built for you! Shape your visit around your academic and personal interests. Parents and students can explore together or on their own. Here's a taste of what you'll experience:

TimeSession
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
  • Check-In
  • Optional Early Bird Tours
  • Complimentary Breakfast
10:00 AM – 10:40 AM
  • Welcome Presentation
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
  • Academic College Overviews
11:40 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Student Services Sessions
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
  • Student Services
  • Campus Tours
  • Lunch
1:15 PM – 2:30 PM
  • University Activity and Resource Fair
  • Campus Tours
  • Lunch
2:15 PM – 3:00 PM
  • Campus Tours

Insider's Guide to Campus

Discover the best spots and hidden gems around DePaul's Lincoln Park campus. This guide highlights favorite local restaurants, cafes, and must-visit places that students and staff love. Whether you're looking for a quick bite, a cozy coffee shop, or a sweet treat, you'll find something memorable just steps from campus.

Good Eats

The Bagelers

The Bagelers

2461 N. Lincoln Ave.

"Chicago-style" bagels, cozy cafe vibes, and an extravagant spread of cream cheeses!

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Home Slice

Home Slice

938 W. Webster Ave.

Far more than just pizza! Home Slice is a DePaul student favorite and it just so happens to be a very Instagram-worthy local pizza spot.

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Pequod's

Pequod's

2207 N. Clybourn Ave.

You can't go wrong grabbing Pequods for an authentic Chicago pizza experience.

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Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba

Café Ba-Ba-Reeba

2024 N. Halsted St.

Chicago's original tapas restaurant and one of our favorite dinner spots in the city!

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Bourgeois Pig Cafe

Bourgeois Pig Cafe

738 W. Fullerton Ave.

Stepping inside this cafe is like being transported back in time! Stop by for coffee in this historic brownstone cafe and you won't be disappointed.

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Sweet Mandy B's

Sweet Mandy B's

1208 W. Webster Ave.

A DePaul student favorite, Sweet Mandy B's is sure to give you the sugar rush you need to keep exploring campus.

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Molly's Cupcakes

Molly's Cupcakes

2536 N. Clark St.

Headed to the lake? Take a detour to stop by Molly's Cupcakes first!

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Maps & Parking

Parking

Visitors are directed to park their car at one of the nearby lots below:

Sheffield Parking Facility

2331 N Sheffield Ave
Chicago, IL 60614

Contact

Have questions or can't find what you're looking for? Reach out!

Tel: (312) 362-8300

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