Future Focused - My Journey - Wheaton College, IL

Your Results: Future Focused

You're on a mission; chasing an ambitious calling

God has blessed you with a specific goal you are trying to reach. You will do what it takes to get there and to succeed wildly. You are looking for academic programs and opportunities which will prepare you with excellence for your next step after college. Whether you are headed to an amazing career or grad school you're going to do it well.

Scroll down to read stories written by future-focused Wheaton students and see question ideas for your admissions counselor. Check your email for a printable version of these questions.

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Meet Students Like You

Hear from future-focused Wheaton students

Amanda Miller '22

Kellie Mitchell '22

Philip Kwong '20

Amanda Miller

"I wanted an undergraduate degree that would push me to excel and speak for itself in both grad school applications and job interviews."

Kellie Mitchell

"When I decided to transfer, I was nervous about starting over in a new place and making new friends. Right away, I felt at home at Wheaton."

Philip Kwong

"If you can take what you learn in class and apply it to your life, you set yourself apart as someone who is eager to be present and learn. Who wouldn’t hire someone like that?"

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Questions to Ask Your Counselor

How do students prepare for their careers?

What are some examples of internships that students in my discipline have landed?

What grad schools do your students go to?

What classes do students find most helpful when they look back after graduation?

How do students engage with alumni?

What experiences do Wheaton students list on their resumes (i.e. research opportunities, extracurriculars, presenting at conferences)?

How are alumni from your school distributed around the world? How many are still in the area?

Where are alumni in my major currently working?

What support systems are in place to help students make sure they have all the courses required for grad school?

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