Arrange a Visit
Great news! There are now multiple ways to visit Illinois Wesleyan University––virtual
or in person. 
In keeping with CDC and Illinois state guidelines regarding COVID-19, IWU is hosting single-family individual visits, as well as continuing virtual visits for both individuals and groups.
Choose the way that works best for you!
Open Houses
Open Houses will be virtual at this time.
Our friendly open houses are phenomenal opportunities to visit, discover the array
of all that's possible here, and taste how Illinois Wesleyan can facilitate your reaching
further, pushing past, and exceeding your goals. Tour campus. Interact with faculty. Ask questions of current students. Learn more
about what it's really like to live, study, play, and "breakthrough" here at IWU.
Admitted Students Day (admitted students only)
If you've been admitted into IWU's incoming class of 2020, this day has been designed just for you. Join us to learn more about the significant ways IWU will not only make your college experience "breakthrough," but also set you up for success after college. The program includes breakout sessions focused on Post-Graduate Planning, Study Abroad, Research, Student Life, and more, plus the opportunity to tour campus, and hear from current students, faculty and alumni about the distinctive characteristics of Illinois Wesleyan.
On-Campus Visits
Individual On-Campus Visits: We are hosting in-person individual family visits again. In an effort to keep our guests, students, faculty, staff and community as safe as possible, Illinois Wesleyan is adhering to CDC and state guidelines around preventing the spread of the Coronavirus. All visitors MUST wear a face mask and practice social distancing of at least 6 feet while on campus. Thank you! Schedule your individual visit now!
Group On-Campus Visits: We regret that we are unable to schedule group visits to campus at this time due to COVID-19. We look forward to hosting group tours when it is safe to do so.
Virtual Visits
In order to provide you with the best virtual visit possible, please allow 72 hours advance notice.
Individual Virtual Visits: Students and families wanting to meet one on one with an admission counselor, current student, faculty member and/or coach should sign up for an individual virtual visit.
Virtual Group Presentations: Group presentations are available on Tuesdays and Fridays. Students and families wanting to get a feel for what IWU has to offer can participate in a 20 minute group presentation by one of our admission counselors and take a virtual tour led by two of our student ambassadors.
Travel Vouchers
Out-of-state students who have applied to IWU and meet a certain academic threshold may be eligible for up to $200 in reimbursements to help defray travel costs associated with a visit to campus. For more details, and to find out if you qualify, contact your admissions counselor!
Overnight Guests
Due to COVID-19, at this time we are unable to provide an overnight experience.