Ready to open some doors?
We are. Colonels love this campus and can’t wait to show you around.
Check out the activity and excitement of an open house or plan a personalized visit designed just for you. Come see us and really get to know the spot Colonels call home.
Upcoming Admissions Events
Wilkes Weekends
Mar 7 : 10 AM - 12 PM
Mar 7 : 12 PM - 2 PM
If you’re just beginning your college search or have not yet been admitted, Wilkes Weekends offer a great opportunity to visit campus on a Saturday and learn more about the admissions process.
Senior Saturdays
Mar 7 : 10 AM - 12 PM
Mar 7 : 10 AM - 12 PM
Mar 7 : 12 PM - 2 PM
Designed specifically for admitted Fall 2026 first-year students, Senior Saturdays offer a more personalized campus visit experience. During your visit, you and your family will take part in a guided campus tour and enjoy one-on-one conversations with both an Admission Counselor and a Financial Aid Counselor. Appointments are intentionally limited to ensure individualized attention on select dates, so early registration is strongly encouraged.
Admitted Colonels Day Celebration
Mar 28 : 8:15 AM - 3 PM
Join us on campus for our Admitted Colonels Day Celebration — a special event designed exclusively for our admitted students and their families!
Start your day with breakfast and Conversations with Colonels, featuring campus leaders, student support staff, and athletics. After a spirited welcome, explore our Student Activities Fair, connect with future classmates, and meet representatives from across campus.
Attend academic sessions in your intended major, tour campus (including residence halls and downtown Wilkes-Barre), and enjoy lunch with the Wilkes community. Families can also schedule one-on-one financial aid appointments, and students can participate in special program meet-and-greets, a Dean’s reception, and Student Bingo.
Come celebrate your achievement and discover what it truly means to be a Wilkes Colonel!
Wilkes Weekdays
Apr 6 : 10 AM - 12 PM
Apr 6 : 1 PM - 3 PM
If you’re just beginning your college search and haven’t yet visited Wilkes University, Wilkes Weekdays are a great opportunity to visit campus on a day when Wilkes University is in session but you’re off from school. At a Wilkes Weekday event you will learn more about the admissions process and get to explore our beautiful campus. This event is recommended for first-time visitors and students/families who are just starting the college search process.
This visit experience includes a guided campus tour along with an admission presentation led by one of our knowledgeable Admission Counselors, who will walk you through the college search process and answer your questions during a dedicated Q&A session.
Personalized Visits
Make your Wilkes visit personal! We offer a variety of by appointment experiences whether you're just starting your college search, have been admitted but have some questions about the financial aid process, or are interested in transfering to Wilkes.
Colonels on Campus
Colonels on Campus is a special visit experience designed exclusively for admitted Fall 2026 students at Wilkes University. This program offers admitted seniors the opportunity to participate in a variety of events hosted by our on-campus partners, giving you a deeper look at life as a Wilkes student.
Through interactive programs, campus activities, and meaningful connections, Colonels on Campus allows you to experience Wilkes alongside our vibrant campus community. It’s a chance to explore academic interests, engage with student life, and envision yourself as part of the Colonel family before your first day on campus. We look forward to welcoming you to campus and helping you take the next step in your Wilkes journey.
Upcoming events to be announced.