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Make the Most of Your Spring Visit to аÄéTÁùºÏ²Ê

When you become an аÄéTÁùºÏ²Ê Diplomat, your college experience will extend beyond our campus and into the vibrant city of Lancaster. If you’re planning a visit to campus this spring, add a stop at one of our favorite spots and get a glimpse of what it’s like to call Lancaster home.

Please note that campus tours are offered Monday through Friday and select Saturdays. Information sessions are offered on Monday through Friday, and on-campus interviews are offered on Fridays only. .

Experience the Great Outdoors

Students at аÄéTÁùºÏ²Ê's Spalding Conservancy

Look for signs of spring at аÄéTÁùºÏ²Ê’s Spalding Conservancy or soak up the sunshine . Want to explore more of Lancaster County on foot or by bicycle? Check out .

Immerse Yourself in the Arts

аÄéTÁùºÏ²Ê student at the Phillips Museum of Art

Once you’ve visited аÄéTÁùºÏ²Ê’s very own Phillips Museum of Art, enjoy Lancaster’s local arts scene with a visit to Gallery Row, a three-block cluster of art galleries less than two miles from campus. If you’re interested in dance or theatre, make sure to check the аÄéTÁùºÏ²Ê Box Office for upcoming student performances.

Sample International Flavors

Students enjoying food in downtown Lancaster

You’ll find a global community on and off campus at аÄéTÁùºÏ²Ê, including local restaurants featuring flavors from around the world. Check out nearby options for , , or cuisine, or visit for a taste of everything from classic schnitzel to Colombian-Laotian fusion. 

Explore Local History

A walking tour in downtown Lancaster

Lancaster is a modern city with a rich history. Dive into the city’s past with a visit to the , an award-winning local history museum located one mile from campus. Or explore historic sites in downtown Lancaster on foot with a . 

Grab a Sweet Treat

аÄéTÁùºÏ²Ê students at Splits & Giggles

Make sure to leave room for dessert at , , or —all student favorites located a short distance from campus.

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