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Family Fly-in 

Family Fly-In is an opportunity for out-of-state students and their families to experience S&T. Explore campus, meet faculty and students and visit academic departments to see what it's like to be a Miner.
  • Family Fly-In Details
  • Lodging Details
  • Agenda
  • Visit Guide
  • FAQ

Family Fly-In Details

Summer 2018

Thursday, July 5 – Saturday, July 7, 2018  

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Attendees are responsible for the cost of airfare, lodging, registrations fees and select meals. Family Fly-In includes dinner on Thursday and lunch and dinner on Friday.

S&T will provide a shuttle leaving the Lambert-St. Louis International (STL) Airport for flights arriving by 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 5. A shuttle will also be available returning to the Lambert-St. Louis International (STL) Airport on Saturday, July 7 for flights leaving after 2:00 p.m. 

Registrants will receive detailed confirmation information following registration. Registrations are limited to the first 50 registrants. If you have questions regarding Family Fly-In, please contact the Office of Admissions

Lodging Details

Registrants are responsible for securing their own lodging during their stay and are asked to make these reservations on their own. 

Below are lodging options that are offered at a reduced rate. 

You may choose to stay outside of the options listed below, but please note that you will be responsible for your own transportation to and from Rolla and during the Family Fly-In program.  The S&T shuttle will only be picking up and dropping off at the locations listed below.

 

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

S&T has secured a block of rooms for those wishing to stay in a hotel. Transportation will be provided to and from the following hotels for Family Fly-In activities on campus.

To book at one of the following hotels, please call the number listed.

  • Comfort Suites in Rolla 
    • Rate: $139/night + tax for 2 queen beds or $129/night + tax for a king bed
    • Contact: 573-368-4300 (Reference “Office of Admissions”)
    • Deadline to book: June 5th

Please note, cancellation policies vary by hotel – please understand the hotel’s policy in the event you need to cancel your reservation.

 

Agenda

Family Fly-In Weekend

 

Thursday, July 5, 2018

All flights need to arrive at St. Louis Lambert International Airport by 3:00 PM.

3:30 PM                Bus departs Lambert-St. Louis International Airport for Missouri S&T

5:30 PM                Bus arrives in Rolla, MO and drops off at select hotels and residential hall

6:00 PM                Bus begins to pick up at select hotels and residential hall

                                Check-in begins at Havener Center Atrium

6:45 PM                Welcome and Dinner with S&T Faculty

8:45 PM                Bus departs Havener for Hotels

 

Friday, July 6, 2018

8:15 AM               Bus begins to pick up at hotels and residential hall

9:00 AM               Admissions and Financial Aid Presentation

9:45 AM               Out of State S&T Student Panel

10:15 AM             Campus Tour

11:00 AM             Lunch in Thomas Jefferson

                                Residential Life Tours of Thomas Jefferson

12:00 PM             Bus Tour of Rolla

1:00 PM                Academic Department Visit of Choice

2:00 PM                Academic Department Visit of Choice

3:15 PM                Solar House and Design Center Tours

4:30-6:00 PM      Break with transportation provided to hotels and residential hall

6:30-8:00 PM      Dinner with Rolla Community Members

8:00 PM                Bus departs for hotels and residential hall

 

Saturday, July 7, 2018

9:00 AM               Bus begins pick up for Airport

10:00 AM             Bus leaves Rolla for Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

Visit Guide

The Missouri S&T Campus Visit Guide includes directions to campus, local attractions and dining options.

Visit Guide

 

FAQ

Q:  What time do I need to arrive for check-in?

A: Family Fly-In will begin in the Havener Center with check-in at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 5, 2018. Please check into your hotel or residence hall before arriving at the Havener Center. Transportation between hotels and the Havener Center will be provided for those staying at the select hotels.

Q:  When will shuttle services be available?

A: S&T will be providing a shuttle to and from the Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. Flights should arrive by 3:00 p.m. on Thursday and should depart on Saturday after 2:00 p.m. to make use of the shuttle. The S&T shuttle will also be available for necessary transportation from the select hotels to and from campus.

Q:  If I drove, where can I park?

A: Campus visitors can park in Lot H37 or Lot V.  Please do not park in metered parking spaces. A campus map can be found HERE. A parking lot map can be found HERE.
Visitors are required to display a parking pass in their vehicle rear window during Friday's activities. A parking pass will be given to all attendees during check-in on Thursday evening.

Q:  Can I get a refund if I cancel?

A: Family Fly-In event registration and residential hall reservation fees are refundable until June 25. After this date, refunds will not be given. If staying in a hotel, please check with the individual hotel to be informed of cancellation and refund policies.

Q:  What should I wear?

A: Casual clothing and comfortable shoes are recommended. You will be walking to various locations across campus.