Trees with golden, fall foliage and a blue banner that reads Welcome. Wheaton College.

Dive deeper into Wheaton at Fall Open House.

In-person Open Houses at Wheaton

Get up close and personal with Wheaton College in Massachusetts during one of our upcoming in-person Open Houses where you will be able to spend the day with us.

  • Choose from faculty-led sessions focusing on an area of academic interest
  • Tour areas of campus related to the fields you’re interested in, from interdisciplinary makerspaces and arts facilities to science and nursing labs
  • Attend a student life discussion with college administrators—covering residential life, student activities and leadership
  • Meet Wheaton faculty and students
  • Learn more about admission and financial aid and connect with a counselor
  • Explore internship, research, experiential learning, and study abroad opportunities
  • Learn about our collaborative community that supports individual expressions and collective responsibility.
  • Enjoy lunch at the award-winning Chase Dining Hall
Full Schedule Below

Register in 1-2-3!

  1. Select the event you would like to attend.
  2. Complete the registration form.
  3. Receive your confirmation and reminder emails.
All events are listed in US Eastern Time. You can use this time zone converter to confirm both your time and date.

Schedule


8:00–8:30 AM
Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:30–9:00 AM
Welcome Address

9:00–9:20 AM
Compass Curriculum

Discover the Compass Curriculum—a transformative approach that empowers you to carve your own path to success with personalized advising and professional mentorship. Learn how you can take control of your academic journey. 

9:30–10:20 AM
Academic Presentation Breakout Sessions

Dive into a selection of engaging academic sessions or join an interactive panel with current students. Hear firsthand how they navigated their path to discovering their majors and what makes our programs stand out.  Choose from the following:
  • Biological, Chemical, and Environmental Sciences
  • Business
  • Creative Arts
  • Education
  • Exploring your Academic Options
  • Humanities for the 21st Century
  • Nursing
  • Physics, Math and Computer Science
  • Social Sciences

10:30–11:20 AM
The Wheaton Experience Breakout Sessions

Explore the wealth of resources and opportunities available to you at Wheaton. From support networks to personalized experiences, these breakout sessions will help you see how we set you up for success both in and out of the classroom.

Choose from the following:
  • Admission and Student Financial Aid Information Session
  • Campus Leadership, Involvement, Belonging and Wellness
  • Experiential Learning at Wheaton College

11:30 AM–1:30 PM

Enjoy Lunch

Choose a time to dine that works best for you and enjoy a complimentary lunch in our award-winning dining hall. Meal tickets will be provided at the dining hall entrance.

11:30 AM and 12:30 PM

Tours* of the Mars Center for Science and Technology, Nursing Simulation Labs and Wheaton’s Innovation Spaces (includes a campus tour)

11:30 AM–1:15 PM
Campus Tours*

See a residence hall, academic spaces and athletics facilities, and learn more about the Wheaton student experience. Student-led tours will depart on a rolling basis between 11:30 AM and 1:15 PM

12:30 PM
Tours* of Visual and Performing Arts Facilities (includes a campus tour)

*All tours conclude at the Office of Admission where counselors will be available to answer questions regarding the admission and financial aid process.

The Wheaton Experience

As a student at Wheaton, you'll enjoy the full breadth and depth of the New England liberal arts college experience while preparing for a fulfilling career. Pairing a close-knit residential campus with proximity to Boston's wide array of cultural offerings, Wheaton offers the best of both worlds.

Whether you're interested in pursuing athletics, getting engaged in student government or taking part in community service, you'll find plenty of options for getting involved.