Fly-in and visit programs where the college pays some or all of your travel to see campus: who can apply, what’s covered and when to apply, in each college’s own words.
Many colleges pay for travel so students can visit before applying.
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40 programs
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Access to Amherst (A2A)
Amherst College · Massachusetts
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Who can apply
“The programming centers the experience of students from marginalized communities – such as African-American, Hispanic/Latinx American, Native American, and Asian-American students, first-generation students,”Official page
What’s covered
“100% of round-trip costs are covered for students selected to visit campus”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“Access to Amherst (A2A) is available to all prospective rising high school seniors who reside in the U.S., regardless of citizenship or background”Official page
When to apply
In short: Details on applying for 2027 come out in spring 2027.
“Please check back in the Spring for information about applying to Access to Amherst in 2027.”Official page
How to apply
“A copy of your official or unofficial transcript through your junior year.”Official page
“Please note that preference is given to applicants from lower income backgrounds, and/or students who will be the first in their families to attend college.”Official page
What’s covered
“we cover the rest including flights, bus or train tickets, and ground transportation to and from campus once you arrive in Maine.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“Interested high school seniors living in the United States intending to enter college in Fall 2028 are welcome to apply.”Official page
When to apply
In short: The 2027 application opens in spring 2027.
“The application for Explore Bowdoin will open in the Spring of 2027.”Official page
How to apply
“We also ask you to submit a copy of your transcript through the end of 11th grade (can be official or unofficial).”Official page
“The Lantern Scholars Program is designed to support rising high school seniors who come from first-generation and limited-income backgrounds.”Official page
What’s covered
“No, Bryn Mawr College covers travel, lodging, and meals for all selected participants.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“rising high school seniors from first-generation and limited-income backgrounds who attend high school in the U.S.”Official page
When to apply
In short: Applications for the 2027 program open in the spring.
“Applications for the 2027 program will open in the spring.”Official page
“TOC is designed for college-bound students who have talent, curiosity, and limited access to resources that would help them explore colleges like Carleton.”Official page
What’s covered
“Transportation, housing, and all program costs are on us.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“Applicants must currently attend high school in the United States.”Official page
When to apply
In short: A spring fly-in. More details in December 2026.
“Come back in December for more information about our spring fly-in!”Official page
“Socioeconomically disadvantaged students or students who could not afford to visit CC, especially those who are eligible for a federal Pell Grant or free/reduced lunch at their school”Official page
What’s covered
“The travel grant covers flights and accommodations for the student only.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“Discover Colorado College (DCC) 2026 is open to high school seniors (class of 2027) and gap year students residing in the United States.”Official page
When to apply
In short: Details on the next program come out in early summer 2027.
“Please check back in early summer 2027 for information on next year's program.”Official page
“its programming is focused on furthering the academic journey of students who are first-generation, low-income, or middle income, or whose lived experiences play a defining role in their identities.”Official page
What’s covered
“Participants selected to attend the on-campus program are provided funding that covers transportation, lodging, and meals for the duration of the program.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“While Fall POP is open to all seniors attending high school in the United States (U.S. citizens, undocumented/DACA students, and permanent residents)”Official page
When to apply
In short: Runs each fall and spring.
“The College offers POP in the fall and spring semesters.”Official page
How to apply
“Be sure to select the "2027 Fall POP Application".”Official page
“preference will be given to students who are the first in their families to attend college, students from low-income backgrounds, and students who might not otherwise be able to afford a trip to campus.”Official page
What’s covered
“The Admissions Office pays for all transportation, meals, and on-campus housing expenses for students selected to attend one of these programs.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“All interested rising high school seniors (U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and undocumented/DACA students attending school in the United States) are welcome to apply to Discover Swarthmore”Official page
Two official statements differ — confirm with the college:
“(U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and undocumented/DACA students attending school in the United States)”Official page
“(U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and undocumented/DACA students living in the United States)”Official page
When to apply
In short: Applications for the fall 2027 programs open in May 2027.
“The application for the fall 2027 programs will open in May 2027.”Official page
How to apply
“No further information is required to apply to Discover Swarthmore beyond the Discover Swarthmore application and end-of-junior year transcript.”Official page
“This program provides a one-time reimbursement of up to $500* for high school seniors and transfer students (entering UE in the upcoming academic year) only.”Official page
What’s covered
“UE will reimburse you for half of your plane ticket, up to $250, following a campus visit.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
Not published on the pages we checked
When to apply
In short: Year-round, after a campus visit. Receipts are due within 30 days.
“Receipts must be received by the Office of Admission within 30 days of your campus visit in order to receive reimbursement.”Official page
“Do you identify as limited-income, first generation to college, and/or do you live in a rural area?”Official page
What’s covered
“PEEP is offered completely free of charge.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“PEEP is a program best suited to students attending high school in the United States (including DoDEA schools) who are citizens and permanent residents of the United States, Canada, or Mexico.”Official page
When to apply
In short: Each year, for rising high school seniors.
“That’s why each year we host the Penn Early Exploration Program (PEEP) for rising high school seniors.”Official page
How to apply
“Students interested in attending PEEP are asked to complete a brief application.”Official page
“Preference is given to high-achieving students who couldn’t otherwise afford to visit Williams.”Official page
What’s covered
“Williams will pay for and arrange transportation to campus and cover all additional expenses including meals and overnight hosting in a dorm.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“Windows on Williams (WOW) is a selective, fully funded program open to high school seniors in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.”Official page
When to apply
In short: Applications for WOW 2027 open in the spring.
“Applications for WOW 2027 will open in the spring.”Official page
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“Prologue is designed to serve students who are first-generation-to-college students* and low-income students.”Official page
What’s covered
“Bates will provide transportation to and from our campus, meals, and accommodations.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“Applications are welcome from students intending to enter college in Fall 2027 who are U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or undocumented/DACA students residing in the United States.”Official page
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“Priority is given to students who are first-generation college-going, or from rural or low-income backgrounds.”Official page
What’s covered
“All associated costs (including, transportation, housing and meals during the program) will be covered by CMC.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“All interested high school students in the class of 2027 who are US citizens, permanent residents or undocumented students, who live in the United States are welcome to apply to the Fall Preview Program.”Official page
When to apply
Two official statements differ — confirm with the college:
“The 2026 CMC Fall Preview Fly in Program Application is now open.”Official page
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University · Minnesota
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“Our National Fly-in Program is designed specifically for accepted domestic students from outside Minnesota.”Official page
What’s covered
“CSB and SJU will reimburse for the student flight and up to two nights in a local hotel. The total reimbursement for student flight and hotel stay is not to exceed a total of $500.”Official page
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“Primarily grown up in rural areas or small towns that are underserved in higher education, especially those students who have not previously visited New York City”Official page
What’s covered
“Columbia will fund and arrange hotel and travel accommodations, including air, rail and ground transportation, for the student and one parent/guardian.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
Not published on the pages we checked
When to apply
In short: Details for the 2027 program are not posted yet.
“This page will be updated as information about the 2027 program becomes available.”Official page
How to apply
“Due to the selectivity and limited size of the program, a school-issued transcript is required to apply.”Official page
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“Admitted Camels who are BIPOC and/or first-generation college students—and those who have a commitment to social justice and diversity—are invited to apply to attend Spring Connections!”Official page
What’s covered
“The Office of Admission will book travel to campus free of expense to any student who needs the support.”Official page
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“We encourage students who identify as Indigenous* themselves, or have demonstrated an interest in the Indigenous community and/or Dartmouth's Native American and Indigenous Studies Department to apply.”Official page
What’s covered
“Dartmouth will cover travel expenses, housing, and meals for students who are selected for the program.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“The Indigenous Fly-In Program application is open to all rising high school seniors currently living and attending a high school in the U.S., regardless of citizenship status.”Official page
When to apply
In short: The 2027 application date is not posted yet.
“Fill out this form to be among the first to be notified when the application for the 2027 Indigenous Fly-In Program is available.”Official page
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“Rising high school seniors/current seniors depending on time of application are invited to attend. Any student from any background is welcome to apply!”Official page
What’s covered
“Denison covers the cost of flights, your hotel stay, as well as food costs for each student participant.”Official page
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Emory LEADs Experience (Leadership Retreat)
Emory University · Georgia
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“Any high school senior who would benefit from college application guidance is welcome to participate.”Official page
What’s covered
“Invited students who live outside a 275-mile radius of Atlanta, Georgia, will also have all their travel expenses covered by the Office of Undergraduate Admission.”Official page
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Who can apply
“Admission to the program is selective, and students who have not already visited campus and are first-generation to college or from families with limited financial resources will be given preference.”Official page
What’s covered
“All participants will be provided overnight accommodations, and travel costs will be covered for those who require assistance.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“designed for high-achieving high school seniors (students who intend to begin college in Fall 2027) in the U.S. and Puerto Rico who could not otherwise afford to visit Hamilton.”Official page
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“we will consider among other things: a student's socioeconomic background, first generation to college status, ability to travel to campus without Have-A-Look”Official page
What’s covered
“Haverford will provide need-based travel scholarships for Have-A-Look participants.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“Interested high school seniors (U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, and undocumented/DACA students living in the United States) are welcome to apply.”Official page
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“At Hopkins, our Senior Fly-In is an all-expenses-paid program designed for eligible high school seniors who identify as first-generation or come from families with limited financial resources.”Official page
What’s covered
“Each student admitted to the program may bring one guest, whose travel costs are also covered.”Official page
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“All seniors who attend high school in the continental U.S. are welcome to apply.”Official page
What’s covered
“For individuals requiring financial assistance, transportation costs will be covered as well.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
Not published on the pages we checked
When to apply
Not published on the pages we checked
How to apply
“In addition to biographical information, the application requires your GPA, your unofficial high school transcript, and a short essay on a community of which you are part.”Official page
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Who can apply
“We particularly encourage applications from students who identify with historically underrepresented groups, such as those who are the first generation in their family to go to college, low-income, and/or students of color.”Official page
What’s covered
“Accepted students will receive round-trip airfare to and from the Cleveland airport or a travel reimbursement if they drive to campus.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“Participants must also be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or undocumented students currently residing in the United States.”Official page
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Who can apply
“We invite counselors to nominate high school seniors with strong potential for Olin's collaborative, project-based engineering curriculum and for whom the cost of travel to visit campus may be prohibitive.”Official page
What’s covered
“To ensure that cost is not a barrier, Olin College covers travel expenses for all selected students.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“Unfortunately at this time we are only able to accommodate nominations for US citizens and permanent residents who are currently residing in the contiguous United States.”Official page
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Who can apply
“Intended for high school seniors, this annual event will highlight opportunities offered by Smith College for African American, Asian American, Latin American, Native American, and/or first-generation college students.”Official page
What’s covered
“Housing, meals, and transportation to and from campus is included.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“At the time of the Women of Distinction Program, students must be living in the U.S., including U.S. territories.”Official page
When to apply
In short: The 2027 application date is not posted yet.
“Join our mailing list to stay up to date on the 2027 application launch.”Official page
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“Bantam Bound focuses on diverse perspectives including, but not limited to, the experiences of students of color, first-generation students, low-income students, and LGBTQIA+ students.”Official page
What’s covered
“this includes transportation to and from Hartford, lodging, and all meals during the program.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“This program is only open to students who live in or attend school in the United States.”Official page
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Voices of Tufts (Virtual Voices + A Day on the Hill)
Tufts University · Massachusetts
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“Any rising senior who attends high school in the US is eligible to apply to the Voices of Tufts program.”Official page
What’s covered
“Virtual Voices of Tufts participants who are admitted to Tufts University and demonstrate financial need will be eligible for up to $500 in travel reimbursement toward visiting Tufts during April 2027.”Official page
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“We invite current high school seniors attending school in the United States who might not otherwise have the financial means to visit campus to apply for MVP.”Official page
What’s covered
“Prospective students who are accepted to MVP receive free travel to and from URochester, specialized programming, and a two-night stay with a current student host in a residence hall.”Official page
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Who can apply
“DUVM provides students who may face barriers to higher education with an immersive opportunity to experience UVM’s academic environment”Official page
What’s covered
“For students for whom travel to UVM poses a financial hardship, we offer an opportunity to apply for travel grant reimbursements of up to $500.00.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“All students intending to enter college in fall 2027 who are U.S. Citizens, permanent residents, or undocumented/DACA students residing in the United States are eligible to apply.”Official page
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“This all-expenses-paid visit program is designed for high-achieving students who have excelled in their communities and are preparing for college with limited support or access to resources.”Official page
Two official statements differ — confirm with the college:
“PATH: All-Expenses-Paid College Fly-In Program for High School Seniors”Official page
“PATH is open to current high school juniors (Class of 2027)”Official page
What’s covered
“W&L will reimburse travel costs for students within driving distance and arrange airfare and airport transportation for those traveling from farther away.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“PATH is open to current high school juniors (Class of 2027) attending school in the U.S., Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.”Official page
When to apply
Not published on the pages we checked
How to apply
“Required application materials: high school transcript including end of junior year grades, planned senior course list, descriptions of up to five extracurriculars, and/or a resume.”Official page
The pages we checked show no open application window. Check the official page for the next one.
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Who can apply
“Students who are the first generation in their family to attend college or come from a limited-income household are encouraged to apply.”Official page
What’s covered
“WashU will cover the cost of your roundtrip travel to and from campus, along with housing and meals during your stay.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
“WashU FLI-In is an application-based program open to rising high school seniors (graduating in spring 2027) who reside in the U.S. or U.S. territories.”Official page
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Who can apply
“Yale in Motion is a fully-funded program that selects 75 high school seniors to travel to New Haven to participate in Community Day at Yale.”Official page
What’s covered
“Participants receive travel funding and spend two nights on campus to complete a college application workshop and experience Yale’s residential colleges with a current student host.”Official page
Citizenship and residency
Not published on the pages we checked
When to apply
In short: The last round is closed and the next one has no date posted.
“The application is now closed. Please consider applying next year.”Official page
How to apply
“The Yale in Motion application includes a high school transcript and two short answer responses.”Official page