"Admitted Student Visit Day is a great opportunity to meet current students and hear firsthand about their experiences, especially things you can’t find on the website. You'll get to meet several faculty members in your department and explore New Orleans, which really helps to picture yourself here. Some of the admitted students I met on my visit are now close friends! If you're on the fence, I highly recommend joining us!"
— Chloe Garrett, Current MPH Student
Agenda
Morning
9:30 AM – 9:45 AM – Check-in/Breakfast with Office of Student Experience staff
9:45 AM – 10:00 AM – Dean's Welcome
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM – Presentations from the Office of Student Experience, Office of Advising, Career Services, and Financial Aid
11:00 AM – 11:10 AM – Break
11:10 AM – 12:00 PM – Current Student Panel Lunch with academic departments (faculty and current students)
Afternoon
12:00 PM – 1:45 PM – Lunch with academic departments (faculty and current students)
1:45 PM – 2:45 PM – Office of Institutional Excellence
2:45 PM – 3:30 PM – Tidewater Tour
3:30 PM – 5:30 PM – Delta Omega Poster Session and Reception @NOBIC
While most of the day's programming is limited to admitted students, we welcome your guest(s) to attend the Delta Omega Poster Session and Reception from 3:30 to 5:30 pm at the New Orleans Bioinnovation Center (1441 Canal St).
Travel Support to attend the Visit Day
We understand that the cost of travel is becoming less and less affordable, so this year we are offering a limited number of travel stipends (up to $250, amounts may vary) to help students offset some costs of attending admitted student visit day.
All students are invited and encouraged to attend visit day, and all students are eligible to apply for this stipend, however, first consideration for travel stipends will be given to students admitted to on campus programs who are located at least 200 miles from New Orleans, as this event is intended to help students get a feel for the campus environment and New Orleans in order to be able to visualize themselves here.
The deadline to submit the form to be considered for travel support is March 1.
We will be reviewing these submissions on a rolling basis, and responding as quickly as possible in order to prevent delays on making travel arrangements. RSVP within portal.
Students who are approved for this funding will be prompted to submit travel receipts after the event, and will receive the funds as a reimbursement. We are unable to reimburse tickets or hotels purchased with airline or credit card/hotel points. Students must attend the event to receive reimbursement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Great question! Hear directly from one of our current students who attended last year, Chloe Garrett: "Admitted Student Visit Day is a great opportunity to meet current students and hear firsthand about their experiences, especially things you can’t find on the website. You'll get to meet several faculty members in your department and explore New Orleans, which really helps to picture yourself here. Some of the admitted students I met on my visit are now close friends! If you're on the fence, I highly recommend joining us!"
Every admitted student (both online and on campus) for summer and fall 2026 is invited and encouraged to attend the Admitted Student Visit Day and experience our vibrant community.
Once you register, you will receive a confirmation email almost immediately. We’ll also be reaching out to admitted students who have RSVP’d the week of the event to confirm you still plan to attend and to share your $75 Lyft code to help you get around town.
Should you encounter any issues with your registration, email us at sphtmadmissions@tulane.edu.
We HIGHLY recommend that you arrive by Thursday afternoon so you can join us at the annual WSPH Crawfish Boil on Thursday evening from 5-7 pm at Wave City Market. This is a schoolwide event brings faculty, staff, and current students together to celebrate crawfish season (IYKYK).
Dress code for this event is casual – please wear whatever you feel comfortable wearing! Our admissions team will be wearing Tulane t-shirts, so there’s no need to dress to impress us! We suggest bringing:
- A jacket or sweater as some areas may be cooler than others.
- An umbrella in case of rain.
- Comfortable shoes to explore the city
We have contracted discounted rates with several different hotels through our Tulane hotel portal.
The Jung Hotel is closest to the downtown campus.
Our campus is also just a short walk from the French Quarter (right across Canal St), where there are many other hotel options. Tulane University maintains special rates with some of these hotels.
Look at the complete list to find a great hotel to stay at while you are here.
There are multiple surface parking lots available on Canal St (right next door) that allow parking by the hour. The Saratoga Garage (111 S Saratoga St) also has covered paid parking close by (overnight parking allowed).
While most of the programming of this day is restricted to admitted students only, due to limited space in our facility, your guest (or guests!) are welcome to join us at the Delta Omega poster session and reception from 3:30 to 5:30 pm.
Admitted students can apply for a travel stipend (up to $250) to help cover costs of traveling to attend the visit day. All students attending the visit day will receive a $75 Lyft voucher the week of the event. Please refer to Travel Support for more details.
We are sorry that you are unable to join for Visit Day. We'll be happy to welcome you at another time. Please fill out this form to an individual campus visit on another date. We look forward to meeting you!
If you had previously register to attend, but need to cancel, please email us at sphtmadmissions@tulane.edu, or text us at 504-285-4674.
No worries! Just let us know. You can either respond to the confirmation text, or let us know ahead of time and we’ll cancel your registration (text us at 504-285-4674). If you want to visit another time, you can always fill out this form to book an individual campus visit on another date.
" I love being downtown and getting to explore
all the small businesses and restaurants.
Plus, there is so much culture and history to learn here.
You will never be bored in New Orleans!„
Alexandra Mack, MSPH Nutrition and Student Ambassador
Plan Your Visit
Getting Here
From Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
By Taxi
- Location: Taxi stands are located outside on the first level of the Terminal
- Estimated Cost: $35-$45
- Estimated Time: 20-25 minutes
- Payment: All taxis are required to accept credit card payments
- Fare Structure: Base fare applies; additional passengers are $15 per extra passenger, plus $1 per bag (for 3+ passengers)
By Uber or Lyft
- Pickup Location:
- After collecting baggage, exit the Terminal
- Walk across the pedestrian crosswalk
- Meet your driver in the designated rideshare pickup area
- Estimated Cost: Minimum $36 for trips within Orleans Parish
- Estimated Time: 20-25 minutes
- How to Request: Book through the Uber or Lyft app before or after arrival
By Personal Car or Rental Car
- Distance: Approximately 12-13 miles
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Directions:
- Exit airport and follow signs to I-10 East
- Take I-10 East for approximately 10 miles
- Take Exit 234A for US-90 Business West toward Westbank
- Continue on US-90 Business West for approximately 1 mile
- Turn right onto Canal Street
- The Tidewater Building (1440 Canal Street) will be on your right
- Parking: Street parking or Saratoga Parking Garage (111 South Saratoga)
By Public Transportation (Airport Express Bus)
- Bus Line: RTA Route 202 Airport Express
- Pickup Location: Terminal parking garage, near ground transportation area
- Dropoff: Elk Place at Canal Street (downtown New Orleans)
- Walking Distance from Bus Stop: Approximately 2 blocks (0.2 miles) to 1440 Canal Street
- Fare: $1.50 per person
- Frequency: 9 trips daily between airport and downtown
- Estimated Time: 40-50 minutes
Payment Options for RTA Bus:
- Exact change (cash)
- Le Pass mobile app (recommended)
- RTA Jazzy Pass
Canal Street Streetcar Lines (Routes 47 & 48)
The school is located directly on Canal Street, which is served by two branches of the Canal Streetcar:
Route 47 - Canal/Cemeteries Line
- Color: Red
- Route: Runs the full length of Canal Street from the Mississippi River to the Cemeteries Transit Center at City Park Avenue
- Nearest Stops to 1440 Canal Street:
- Canal at N. Rampart (approximately 1 block)
- Canal at Loyola (approximately 1 block)
- Canal at S. Saratoga (approximately 2 blocks)
Route 48 - Canal/City Park Line
- Color: Red
- Route: Follows Canal Street, then turns onto North Carrollton Avenue to City Park and the New Orleans Museum of Art
- Nearest Stops: Same Canal Street stops as Route 47
Operating Hours: Both lines operate 7 days a week
Fare: $1.25 per ride (adults)
Loyola/Rampart Streetcar Line (Route 46)
This line connects Union Passenger Terminal (Amtrak/Greyhound) to the Medical District:
- Stops Near Tulane School of Public Health:
- Tulane Avenue at Loyola (approximately 2 blocks from 1440 Canal Street)
- Loyola at Canal (approximately 1 block)
- Route: Union Passenger Terminal → Julia Street → Poydras Street → Tulane Avenue (Medical District hub) → Canal Street → Rampart Street → St. Claude Avenue
- Operating Hours: 7 days a week
- Fare: $1.25 per ride (adults)
St. Charles Streetcar Line (Route 12)
Historic streetcar line running from Uptown to Downtown:
- Nearest Stop: Canal at Carondelet (approximately 10-15 minutes walk)
- Route: Runs from Carrollton Avenue through the Garden District and Central Business District, ending at Canal Street
- Note: This is the oldest continuously operating streetcar line in the world (since 1835)
- Operating Hours: 24/7
- Fare: $1.25 per ride (adults)
Major Bus Lines Serving the Area:
At Tulane Avenue & Loyola (2 blocks from school):
- Route 3 - Tulane-Elmwood
- Route 61 - Gentilly (starts at Elk Place at Tulane Ave)
- Route 202 - Airport Express (stops at Elk Place at Canal Street)
At Canal Street (directly in front of school):
- Route 11 - Magazine Street Line
- Multiple other routes run along Canal Street providing access to various neighborhoods
Medical District Hub - Tulane Avenue:
The Tulane Avenue corridor serves as a major transit hub for the Medical District, with multiple bus routes connecting to:
- Uptown and Elmwood
- Gentilly
- Mid-City
- Downtown and the French Quarter
Streetcar & Bus Payment Options
Single Ride Options:
- Cash: $1.25 exact change (drivers do not carry change)
- Children (ages 5-12th grade): $0.50
- Seniors/Riders with disabilities: $0.40
Multi-Day Passes (Jazzy Pass):
- 1-Day Pass: $3.00
- 3-Day Pass: $9.00
- 31-Day Pass: $55.00
- Valid for unlimited rides on all RTA buses, streetcars, and ferries
Recommended Payment Method:
Download the Le Pass App - Official RTA mobile app for:
- Route planning with real-time updates
- Mobile ticket purchases
- Live arrival times
- Service alerts
- Accessibility information
Website: www.norta.com
Additional Transportation Resources
Accessibility:
- Most modern streetcars and all buses are wheelchair accessible
- Some historic St. Charles streetcars have limited accessibility (designated accessible cars available)
- For accessibility inquiries, contact RTA Customer Serice: 504-248-3900
Travel Tips:
- All RTA passes work on buses, streetcars, and ferries
- Keep your pass/receipt for potential transfers
- Service frequency varies by time of day and day of week
- Check the Le Pass app for real-time schedules and service alerts
Where to Stay
We have contracted discounted rates with several different hotels through our Tulane hotel portal.
The Jung Hotel is closest to the downtown campus.
Our campus is also just a short walk from the French Quarter (right across Canal St), where there are many other hotel options. Tulane University maintains special rates with some of these hotels.
Look at the complete list to find a great hotel to stay at while you are here.
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