Fridays at Wheaton
Fridays at Wheaton offer prospective undergraduate students and their families a dynamic, one-day glimpse into life at Wheaton College—complete with campus tours, chapel, class visits, an academic fair, student panel, and opportunities to connect personally with faculty and staff.
9 a.m. Welcome Session
9:20 a.m. Student-Led Campus Tour
10:40 a.m. Chapel
11:30 a.m.Lunch in Anderson Dining Commons
12 p.m. Student Q&A Panel
12:55-2:05 p.m. Class visit (Students only)
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12:55-2:05 p.m. Info Sessions (Open to both parents and Students)
- 12:55 p.m. - Pathways to Wheaton (Admissions)
- 1:50 p.m. - Christ at the Core (General Education Curriculum)
- 2:25 p.m. - Career Development at Wheaton (Center for Vocation and Career)
3:00 p.m. Academic Fair and Closing Session
Parents and Family
Family members (especially parents) are strongly encouraged to attend Fridays at Wheaton with their student!All of the sessions on the schedule are open for parents to join. Students and parents are encouraged to "divide and conquer", with parents and guests invited to attend informational sessions while students attend class.
Travel Tips
If you are traveling by plane, we recommend either renting a car, taking an Uber or contacting a taxi company for transportation to and from the airport.
Fridays at Wheaton does not offer an overnight stay in a residence hall for prospective students (but you will see a residence hall on the campus tour!). All prospective students, parents and family members who plan to attend will need to stay at a nearbyhotel.
Looking for an event where students can stay overnight on campus? Check out our Daily Visit and Wheaton Connection options!
Parking Information
Parking will be available across from the Welcome Center on Chase Street or in theBilly Graham Center parking lot.