Pregnancy Resources
The College is committed to supporting pregnant/expecting Wheaton students, including the mother and, as appropriate, the father. Students can expect to be treated with Christian love, dignity, and respect. The life and health of the mother and child as well as the spiritual well-being of the parents are primary concerns. Every effort will be made to ensure confidentiality.
Should a Wheaton College student become pregnant, she is encouraged to seek confidential medical care, encouragement and guidance from Student Health Services (SHS). The Director of SHS as well as the SHS staff are also prepared to provide support and guidance to the father during the pregnancy.
College Resources
The Residence Life Office is available to help the student(s) determine the best housing option on or off campus during and after pregnancy.
The Student Financial Services Office is available to explain how to submit a financial aid appeal for additional federal and/or state assistance due to having a dependent other than a spouse.
The Learning & Accessibility Services Office is available to provide academic accommodations for pregnant/expecting/post-partum students.
The Equity & Title IX Office can coordinate specific actions to prevent sex discrimination and ensure that students who are pregnant may continue accessing College programs and activities. For additional information about the services this office provides related to unlawful harassment and discrimination, please visit their website.
The Counseling Center is available to provide confidential individual short-term counseling services to a student for whom pregnancy/expecting is causing distress.
The Chaplain’s Office is available for confidential pastoral care support.
Student Wellness is available to undergraduate students who are becoming parents for help connecting with resources on and off-campus, establishing a support plan, including communicating with professors on students’ behalf regarding potential extended classes absences, as well as referring them to the Dean of Student Wellness if they are interested in applying for a Leave of Absence.
Off Campus Resources
Caring Network is available to reach out with love, non-judgmental counsel, and practical resources that offer truth and empower women and men to choose life. Caring Network counseling and medical services are free and confidential.
Evangelical Child & Family Agency provides free, caring, and confidential counseling for women and men experiencing an unexpected pregnancy, or who are simply in need of extra support during their pregnancy.