MEA College & Career Tours – Day 1

Please note: All College & Career Tours start at the Project Success office. Please see our FAQs for transportation information!

Choose between three (3) options below for Wednesday, October 14!

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities (Open to 10^th-12^th grades)  8:30am – 4:00pm

The University of Minnesota Twin Cities is a top public research university offering hands-on experiences like the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program and 180+ study abroad options. With nearly 1,000 student groups and a campus that spans the Mississippi River, students can get involved in everything from solar car design to arts and outdoor adventures. Located in Minneapolis–St. Paul, UMN offers access to music, food, culture, and green spaces like Minnehaha Falls and the Chain of Lakes—making it a perfect blend of academics, city life, and nature.

On this tour students will receive a general admissions presentation and a tour of the East Bank main campus. They will also get to visit a few departments on the West Bank campus. Students will choose between two areas on the West Bank:

• Visit the Carlson School of Management and speak to faculty and students about the many areas of study including accounting, business, finance, marketing, management & entrepreneurship.
• Explore the Department of Arts, Theater Arts & Dance touring areas of study in both the Regis and Rarig Center buildings. These buildings include drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, photography, theater, dance and more!

University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

The University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire offers a unique blend of hands-on learning and vibrant campus life in one of Wisconsin’s most scenic college towns. Known for strong undergraduate research, top-ranked study abroad programs, and 200+ student organizations—including the largest marching band in the Midwest—UWEC gives students big opportunities in a supportive environment. Located along the Chippewa River, Eau Claire is a creative, outdoorsy city full of music, art, trails, and festivals, making it a great place to learn and live.

Saint Paul College: 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Saint Paul College, located in downtown St. Paul, offers over 100 hands-on programs in areas like automotive tech, welding, healthcare, and IT—perfect for students who want to jump into real-world careers. High schoolers can get a head start with free PSEO classes or explore hands-on summer camps in trades, tech, and more. The campus is surrounded by city parks, cafes, and public transit, giving students easy access to both practical learning and the vibrant life of the Twin Cities.

Students will have the option to choose between two different tracks of career pathways:

• Track A will visit “Trades” including areas such as carpentry, plumbing, welding and automotive technician programs. After lunch, they will travel to Turbo Tim’s Auto Shop to check out career paths in the automotive repair industry.
• Track B will see areas including cosmetology, culinary arts, and nursing/healthcare programs. After lunch, they will visit an onsite location to meet with professionals in healthcare/hospitality careers.