2026 Admitted Student Events
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Welcome to Wheaton Day 2026 (on campus)
🗓️: Friday, April 17, 8:30 AM–3:00 PM (ET)
Please join us for Welcome to Wheaton Day, where admitted students and their families can connect with faculty, staff and current students. Get to know us better, meet future classmates, and see the places where you'll live, learn, create, innovate and explore.Register for Welcome to Wheaton Day
Learn more about Welcome to Wheaton Day
Lyons Overnight Program (on campus)
🗓️: Sunday–Monday, February 15–16
At Lyons Overnight you'll get a peek into the life of a Lyon and learn more about the Wheaton experience throughout your night on campus. You'll have the chance to stay on campus overnight with a current student, meet your future classmates, have a meal with your host at Chase Commons, our award-winning dining hall, and learn more about the curriculum and campus life.Event Overview
Day 1:
5:30–6:00 p.m. Registration and Meet Your Host
6:00–7:00 p.m. Student Dinner with Host
6:00–7:00 p.m. Parent/Guardian/Guest Reception
7:00 p.m. Parent/Guardian/Guest Depart
7:00–8:20 p.m. Wheaton Experience (students only)
8:30–11:30 p.m. Wheaton Activities
Day 2:
7:30–9:20 a.m. Breakfast
9:30–12:20 p.m. Class Visits (optional)
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Information Session & Campus Tour (optional)
1:00–3:00 p.m. Information Session & Campus Tour (optional)
PARENTS/GUARDIANS: Please make arrangements to pick up your student on Monday by late-morning. They are invited to attend academic sessions that may take place anytime between 9:30 and 12:20 p.m. The Office of Admission is a great place to reunite with your student or you may determine the departure time and location that works best for you.
Due to high interest, the program has reached capacity. Registration is now closed.
Compass Curriculum Deep Dive (virtual)
🗓️: Monday, March 9, 7:00–8:00 PM (ET)
First Year Experience, majors, honors program pathways, global study, 4+1 Master’s program, and more. Learn how it all fits together from our panel of faculty, advisors and students.
Our Student Success Plan (virtual)
🗓️: Tuesday, March 10, 7:00–8:00 PM (ET)
At Wheaton, you’ll find the guidance, community, and resources you need to thrive. Learn how our flexible curriculum, program and career advising, study abroad opportunities, guaranteed internship funding, and holistic student support—spanning Advising, Accessibility, spiritual life, intercultural programs, and LGBTQ+ resources and more—work together to help you design your college journey.Register for Our Student Success Plan
Academics: Meet the Wheaton Faculty (virtual)
🗓️: Wednesday, March 11, 7:00–8:00 PM (ET)
Meet your future professors and learn what makes Wheaton’s academic community distinctive. Connect with celebrated scholars, influential artists, and dedicated educators as they share insights into our majors, departments, and research opportunities—and what it’s like to work closely with faculty from your very first year.Register for Academics: Meet the Wheaton Faculty
Making the Most of Your Wheaton Experience (virtual)
🗓️: Thursday, March 12, 7:00–8:00 PM (ET)
Curious about what comes after college? Join Wheaton alumni and current students for an interactive panel where they’ll share post-graduate experiences, answer your questions, and discuss how the Wheaton community prepares students for life after graduation.Register for Making the Most of Your Wheaton Experience
Life and Career Design (virtual)
🗓️: Monday, March 23, 7:00–8:00 PM (ET)
Learn how Wheaton’s Life and Career Design Institute uses design-thinking principles and a holistic approach to support your personal, academic, and professional goals. From your first days on campus through graduation and beyond, LCDI will guide you in building a meaningful path toward your future.Register for Life and Career Design
Financing Your Wheaton Education (virtual)
🗓️: Tuesday, March 24, 7:00–8:00 PM (ET)
Invest in your future at Wheaton with guidance from Senior Director of Student Financial Services Susan Beard and her team. Learn about financial aid resources, scholarships, student employment, loan options, and financing plans—and get your questions answered in real time.Register for Financing Your Wheaton Education
Meet with a Wheatie (virtual)
🗓️: Wednesday, March 25, 7:00–8:00 PM (ET)
Curious about classes, clubs, or life at Wheaton? Connect with current students in a relaxed Q&A session where you can ask anything that’s on your mind during the decision-making process.Register for Meet with a Wheatie
International Students: Meet with a Wheatie (virtual)
🗓️: Thursday, March 26 at 9:00 AM or 4:00 PM (ET)
Wondering what it’s like to be an international student at Wheaton? Join current international students for a casual Q&A session and get your questions answered from a global perspective.
Register: 9:00 AM
Register: 4:00 PM
President's Reception (on-campus)
🗓️: Wednesday, April 29, 6:00–8:00 PM (ET)
President Michaele Whelan cordially invites you and your family to a celebratory dinner. Join President Whelan, Admission staff, members of the Wheaton community, and other admitted students for an evening of conversation and connection.Register for President's Reception
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Class Visits
As an admitted student, sit in on a class and experience our learning environment first hand. Please make your request at least two weeks prior to your intended visit date by completing the form below.
Class visit opportunities begin February 2 and conclude April 24.
Black-out dates: March 9–13, March 18
Schedule a class visit