A small number of MPS middle school students are currently experiencing the beautiful Apostle Islands National Lakeshore in a partnership with Wilderness Inquiry! Students will experience a series of sea kayaking and land-based day trips from Wilderness Inquiry’s Little Sand Bay Base Camp. These trips could include the beautiful Mawikwe Sea Caves, Bark Bay Slough,...
*Please note: this tour is currently waitlist only.* Tour Information 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...
Tour Information Do you love animals? So do we! But did you know it takes more than zookeepers and veterinarians to keep the Zoo thriving? Join us for a special career exploration event where you’ll discover how your unique skills, talents, and passions can connect to exciting professions at the Minnesota Zoo. From creative storytellers...
Tour Information 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...
Tour Information St. Catherine University, or St. Kate’s, is a women-centered university in St. Paul known for small class sizes, strong programs in nursing, health sciences, business, and education, and a focus on leadership and social justice. Students get hands-on experience through clinical partnerships, research, and internships, plus access to courses at other Twin Cities...
Tour Information Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington specializes in hands-on, career-focused programs in chiropractic, acupuncture, Chinese medicine, massage therapy, medical imaging, and more. Students train in real clinics on campus, gaining experience with actual patients under expert supervision. With small class sizes and a 25-acre campus just minutes from Minneapolis, NWHSU blends personalized learning...
Tour Information Augsburg University in Minneapolis offers over 50 majors and a strong focus on hands-on, community-based learning in the heart of the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. Cool programs include the unique River Semester, where students study while traveling the Mississippi, and partnerships like Health Commons and Campus Kitchen. With small class sizes and easy access to...
Tour Information St. Cloud State University offers over 200 programs and hands-on learning in a scenic campus along the Mississippi River. High schoolers can even earn college credit early through programs like “Huskies in the High School” or study abroad at a castle in England. With 250+ student clubs, D-I hockey, and strong career support,...
Tour Information 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...
