The open house app trusted by 75% of top colleges.

Boost student yield by 105%.

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Our university open house app and digital campus visit guide helps prospective students and families engage before, during, and after your open day event. Stay top of mind through decision day.

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Trusted by thousands of event planners worldwide.

Experts in EDU Since 2011

Built for the full event journey

From pre-event buzz to post-event takeaways, Guidebook helps you deliver memorable event experiences from start to finish.

**Engagement** that drives yield

Turn your college open house into an unforgettable experience. Our interactive campus tour app keeps prospective students engaged long after they leave, so you stand out from the crowd.

Built for **open house** event planning

Features planners rely on and attendees can't resist.

The university preview day app trusted by admissions teams nationwide

Take your event from forgettable to fan-favorite with features like interactive maps, gamification, and push notifications that actually get read.

Digital campus guide

Give families a self-guided tour experience right from their phone

Interactive campus tours

Let prospective students explore your campus at their own pace

Boost yield by 105%

Turn open house attendees into enrolled students

Stay top of mind

Keep engagement high from open house through decision day

Get more applications

Convert campus visitors into applicants with seamless follow-up

Loved by families

Intuitive design that visitors actually enjoy using

Stand out from the crowd

Make your open house unforgettable with a branded mobile experience

Post-event engagement

Keep prospective students connected long after they leave campus

Personalized Schedules

Attendees build their own agenda in seconds

Interactive Maps

Visual guides to help everyone find their way

Push Notifications

Real-time updates right when they’re needed most

Speaker & Session Details

Bios, topics, and times within easy reach

In-App Messaging & Networking

Connect, chat, and meet right from the app

Live Polls & Surveys

Boost participation with live, in-the-moment interaction

QR Code Check-In

Fast, contactless entry that keeps lines moving

Custom Branding

Your brand, your vibe. Everywhere.

See how **top universities** use Guidebook for **open house**

From admitted student days to campus preview events, leading institutions trust Guidebook to boost enrollment and create memorable experiences for prospective students and families.

Chapman University

Chapman University

Chapman Engages Prospective Students With In App Campus Tours

When Chapman University wanted a better way to welcome prospective students, they relied on Guidebook's platform to build an app that allows students to explore campus without relying on a tour guide.

Inside the app, students can:
- Explore Chapman's beautiful Orange, California campus at their own pace.
- Dive into Chapman’s academic programs.
- Connect with current students to get a feel for campus life.

It’s a warm, modern introduction to Chapman that leaves a lasting impression on today's tech-savvy students.
Chapman Engages Prospective Students With In App Campus Tours

Bournemouth University

Bournemouth University

The University of Bournemouth Simplifies Open Days With Mobile

Students who visit Bournemouth’s campus have all the information they need in one easy-to-access mobile app.

Timetables of talks and exhibitions
Tours of campus facilities
Lists of local attractions
The University of Bournemouth Simplifies Open Days With Mobile

Charleston Southern University

Charleston Southern University

A Central Hub For Student Life

Charleston Southern University uses Guidebook year round as a resource for students to find activities, sporting events, fitness schedules, and anything related to student life.

CSU Events schedules
Real time updates and live feed
Easy access to campus recreation, counseling services, career services, and more
A Central Hub For Student Life

NC State University

NC State University

NC State's New Student Orientation App

Students are welcomed to NC State's campus with a wonderfully detailed orientation app. Their orientation app features:

Pictures and bios of orientation staff
Easy­-to­-follow schedules for freshmen, transfers and parents
Social media integration to stoke school spirit
NC State's New Student Orientation App

DECA

DECA

The Distributive Education Clubs of America

During the pandemic, DECA was forced to transform its flagship event to a virtual format. With Guidebook, they built an app that turned the event into a comprehensive virtual hub. The app helped members stay informed and engaged throughout the event.

- 17,000+ student members engaged during the event using DECA’s app.
- Utilizing push notifications and schedule-building features, DECA provided a streamlined and organized event experience, ensuring participants had access to all competitions, sessions, and resources.
The Distributive Education Clubs of America

Security and Compliance

Proactive approach

We take a proactive and holistic approach to security while staying abreast of the latest threats, and we continually improve upon our security posture.

Data encryption

Guidebook encrypts all sensitive data in transit and at rest using industry-standard algorithms

Industry leading policies

Guidebook adheres to industry policies and standards to secure our network, servers, applications, and data.

Security validation

Guidebook performs third-party security vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to validate our products.

Responsible disclosure

Guidebook participates in responsible disclosure to encourage the responsible disclosure of any vulnerabilities to us.

Activity monitoring

Guidebook monitors network, server, and application activity to detect malicious activity.

Join top **admissions** teams

From admitted student days to campus preview events, leading institutions trust Guidebook to boost enrollment and create memorable open house experiences.

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“Through the app, family weekend guests can explore the exciting event lineup, dive into Wildcat traditions, and discover campus dining options. Plus, they can learn about the various departments that support their students throughout the year and find easy ways to stay connected via social media even after the weekend wraps up.”
Annie Cline
Senior Director of Interactive Media
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Trusted by top universities

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Plan your next open house

"While we loved the beauty of printed programs, the cost, design hours, and environmental impact were wearing on us. Guidebook provided us with an application that could be edited with room changes in real-time, branded to our Association’s new brand and color stands, and available to all attendees in advance of actually arriving at the CIVSA Annual Conference."
Taylor Blair
2021-2022 CIVSA President
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Trusted by leading institutions

Join top **admissions** teams

From admitted student days to campus preview events, leading institutions trust Guidebook to boost enrollment and create memorable open house experiences.

Young woman with glasses and a gray sweater resting her chin on her hand, attentively watching an event.

See how it works

"While we loved the beauty of printed programs, the cost, design hours, and environmental impact were wearing on us. Guidebook provided us with an application that could be edited with room changes in real-time, branded to our Association’s new brand and color stands, and available to all attendees in advance of actually arriving at the CIVSA Annual Conference."
Taylor Blair
2021-2022 CIVSA President
Group of five young people smiling and posing in front of a colorful graffiti wall at an event.

Trusted by top universities

Smiling business people holding wine glasses at a lively indoor event with warm lighting.

Plan your next open house

"Guidebook is very easy to use compared to other mobile apps we have used. The pricing is also better, if not the same."
Andrew Bronson
Executive Director
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Trusted by leading institutions