Undergraduate Admissions: Immediate Decision Option Days

Immediate Decision Option Days
If you are serious about attending SAIC, wish to visit campus, have a portfolio review, and receive your admission decision in the same day, we invite you to attend our Immediate Decision Option (IDO) Day.
IDO Days include:
- Interview and portfolio review
- An opportunity to meet faculty, staff, and current students
- Financial aid, career development, and admissions presentations
- A tour of our campus including the 162 North State Street residence halls
In order to receive your admission decision, we must have a completed admission application submitted prior to the event. All other required admission materials (for example: letter of recommendation, transcript) must be mailed to our office prior to the event OR brought with you the day of the event.
Bring your portfolio of original and/or documented work with you to the IDO Day. Click here for portfolio requirements by degree type.
| Event Dates | Location | |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, October 8 (Columbus Day) |
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. | 36 S. Wabash Ave., 12th floor Chicago, IL 60603 |
| Monday, November 5 | 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Arrive by 10:45 a.m. for check-in |
33 S. State St., 7th floor Chicago, IL 60603 |
| Monday, February 18 (Presidents' Day) |
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. | 36 S. Wabash Ave., 12th floor Chicago, IL 60603 |
| Online Reservation Form | ||
