College Days is just around the corner (February 9-11, 2020!) and we’d love to have you join us for a visit. This is the perfect chance to see what college life could be like at PUC—get to know the campus, have your questions answered, worship with students and faculty, and have a lot of fun! We would love to have you on our beautiful campus, imagining yourself as part of the Pioneers family.
We hope you will join us for our February College Days. Don’t forget to sign up! You can also email visit@puc.edu or call (800) 862-7080, option 2 to learn more and for information about our travel reimbursement policy.
PUC is still accepting applications for the Winter quarter so it’s not too late to join us this January. And guess what? The process really isn’t that hard!
Just follow these simple steps and you’ll be on your way to joining the Pioneers family.
Official high school transcripts (showing graduation)
Official transcripts of all college work attempted/completed
Send us your ACT or SAT scores. PUC’s school codes are: 0362 (ACT) and 4600 (SAT).
That’s it! Really, it’s that simple.
Still a little confused? Visit our website for the complete and detailed admissions process. Have a few questions? We welcome them! Email admissions@puc.edu or call (800) 862-7080, option 2 to talk with an admissions counselor.
Remember, Winter 2020 starts on Monday, January, 6 and we would love to have you here.
Choosing what college to attend is a very important decision and one you shouldn’t make without doing a lot of research. There really is no better way to research colleges than by seeing the campus yourself. Grab your family or some friends and come visit PUC. Take a campus tour given by one of our student ambassadors, sit in on a class, chat with a professor, eat in our cafeteria, walk around the charming nearby towns of St. Helena or Calistoga, AND if you plan in advance, join us for any of the following upcoming and exciting events.
Pioneers Athletics Games
PUC has six varsity sports teams: cross country, basketball, and volleyball for women; and cross country, basketball, and soccer for men. Throughout the year, we invite you to our gymnasium, nicknamed the “Covered Wagon,” or our soccer field to join the Pioneers Posse and cheer on our teams. Here’s a short list of a few upcoming games; for the full schedule, visit pioneersathletics.com.
Men’s Basketball vs La Sierra, Dec. 19, 7 p.m.
Women’s Basketball vs La Sierra, Jan. 9, 5:30 p.m.
Men’s Basketball vs La Sierra, Jan. 9, 7:30 p.m.
Rasmussen Art Gallery Openings
If you’re interested in seeing some incredible works of art, you won’t want to miss the Rasmussen Art Gallery. Several times a quarter, a new exhibit opens at the college’s on-campus art gallery, which often features students, faculty, and other local artists. The opening reception is a chance to meet the artists, mingle with other guests, and enjoy some tasty snacks while appreciating the talent on display. If you can’t make it to one of the opening receptions, check with your tour guide to be sure to stop by and spend some time browsing during regular open hours.
PUC’s department of music has many concerts throughout the year; all of which are free to the public. The college has several ensembles that frequently perform, and there are usually multiple student recitals each quarter. For the Christmas holiday, there are several concerts we hope you can join us for!
Contact the department of music for more information; call (707) 965-6201 or email music@puc.edu.
Join Us For February College Days!
Several times a year, we host special visitation events called College Days. College Days is a jam-packed event where you will experience PUC with other visiting students. In addition to campus visit standards like touring the campus, talking with a professor in your major of interest, and eating in our Dining Commons, it’s a great opportunity to get a glimpse into what it’s really like to be a student at PUC as you stay in one of the residence halls and attend social and academic events.
We hope you can make plans to join us for College Days on February 9-11, 2020. Register now! For more information about College days and other ways to visit, check out puc.edu/visitors.
We can spend hours explaining what we think makes life at PUC so unique and honestly, we really would be happy to, but nothing beats experiencing it firsthand, so schedule your visit today!
Before you arrive, be sure to apply and send in your admissions documents for a quick acceptance! It will make your visit even more special as you officially become a member of the Pioneers family.
We are so excited for you and your family to be joining our Pioneers Family! The beauty of the NSO program is that it is specifically planned to help your transition into our college community.
Here are a couple of things to do while you are eagerly (or anxiously) awaiting the start of your new adventure:
Join the Class of 2023 Facebook Group: If you haven’t already, join the Class of 2023 Facebook group and start meeting your future classmates!
Start Packing: Don’t become overwhelmed thinking about all the things you will need to have in your dorm room throughout the year. To help you out, we’ve put together “Your College Packing List” on our blog, so you can refer to as you start getting ready to move in. If you need some inspiration for how you can help make your dorm room look and feel more like home, check out our “Dorm Decorating on a Budget” and “Tips for an Organized Dorm Room” blog posts for some ideas to help get you started!
Mark your calendars to arrive on Wednesday, September 18. Move-in begins at 9:00 a.m. In the meantime:
Read the weekly new student newsletters (check your “junk” inbox if you haven’t received them). You can also find issues online! puc.edu/new-student-newsletters
Have questions? Our team of counselors can answer any you have. Call (800) 862-7080, option 2 or email admissions@puc.edu to get connected with a counselor now.
Set some reminders for these important dates!
New Student Orientation: Wednesday, September 18 — Sunday, September 22
Classes Begin: Monday, September 23
Week of Welcome: Monday, September 23 — Saturday, September 28
Hey transfer students, we didn’t forget about you! We have a special site with information regarding transfer student move-in time and Orientation. Visit the Transfer Student Orientation page.
ATTENTION PARENTS! We know this is a big adjustment, not just for your student but also for you, and we know you probably have questions. Well, we have a site for you too!
We are so excited to meet all of you, see you soon!
Submit documentation for disability support and accommodations (if needed)— ASAP
Attend New Student Orientation—September 18 (REQUIRED)
If you have any questions related to New Student Orientation or arrival, you can contact the office of student life at studentlife@puc.edu or (707) 965-73626, and the team will be able to answer your questions or point you in the right direction. We are so excited to help you begin your journey as a Pioneer and to welcome you in September!
