Wheaton Passage Trip Options

One of the unique features of Passage is that first-year students embark on off-site trips leaving from Wheaton College. All first-year students will select a trip choice, all of which happen at locations owned or operated by Wheaton College. Transfer Passage takes place in the local community of Wheaton, Illinois. All students can expect to connect with other new students in an incredible small-group formational experience.


girls on wilderness trip at honeyrock

Adventure

the L in Chicago

Urban

Passage Walking Bridge

Northwoods

Group of Wheaton College IL Transfer Students

Transfer

Read a brief description of the four sites below and tap the links to discover the various tracks offered at each site.

chrouser center at honeyrock
Northwoods and Equestrian Passage

Northwoods and Equestrian Passage take place at the HoneyRock Center for Leadership Development, a campus of Wheaton College. After settling into your cabin, you’ll quickly take in all the Northwoods of Wisconsin has to offer: hiking, canoeing, star-gazing, campfires, trail-rides, and more! The residential experience provides a great opportunity to begin building friendships as you share life through activities, meals, and small group discussions. 

girls laughing on a wilderness trip
Adventure Passage

Your Adventure Passage trip will take you on one of three iconic excursions to enjoy the Creator's handiwork: backpacking, canoeing, or rock climbing. Your trip will foster close community, facilitate personal growth, and prepare you for life at Wheaton College. Previous outdoor and camping experience are not necessary. 

the L in Chicago
Urban Passage

Urban Passage features two trips to choose from: Downtown and Woodlawn. On either Urban Passage trip, expect to be moved by the compelling stories embedded in the historical and cultural neighborhoods of Chicago. Don't be surprised if you find yourself forming new friendships as you laugh together on the platform waiting for the next "L" Train to arrive on the Green Line. 

transfer students at wheaton college
Transfer Passage

Transfer Passage offers a custom experience based in the local Wheaton community for transfer students who want to get to know others who are moving their enrollment to Wheaton College.

Passage registration opens January 15, 2025