Duck Days

A family showing their acceptance to the UO

Duck Days

Duck Days is the University of Oregon's spring campus visit program for admitted students and their families. Whether you are a recently admitted senior finalizing your college selection or a transfer student from another college or university, don't miss this opportunity to:

  • Explore a world-class university with an international reputation for academic excellence—the only member of the prestigious Association of American Universities in the state of Oregon.
  • Find out about our First-Year Programs and why the number of freshmen who continue here at the UO is 20 percent above the national average.
  • Discover the UO's superior student services and campus involvement opportunities.

Thank You!

Thank you to everyone who attended Duck Days for the Class of 2026—we loved having you on campus and look forward to seeing you this September! Check back next year for future Duck Days events.

Class of 2027: Learn more about Junior Duck Days!

What is on the agenda?

Duck Days will include campus tours, academic exploration sessions, and an information fair. Attendees will also hear from First-Year Programs, housing, financial aid, and other departments. Guests can purchase lunch in any of our dining venues or retail eateries on campus.

Sample agenda

8:15–9:15 a.m. — Optional Running Tour (4-mile route showcasing TrackTown USA landmarks and local running trails)
9:30–10:30 a.m. — Check-In and Info Fair (Accessible Education Center, Career Center, Club Sports, Financial Aid and Scholarships, Fraternity and Sorority Life, Global Engagement, and more)
10:30–11:00 a.m. — Welcome Remarks
11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. — Campus Tours and Lunch
1:30–2:15 p.m. — Academic Sessions
2:30–3:00 p.m. — Information Sessions (Clark Honors College, Duckversity, First-Year Experiences, How Ducks Live, PathwayOregon, Tips for Transfers, and Undergraduate Research)
3:15–4:15 p.m. — Reception

Session times and topics are subject to change.