Walla Walla University will welcome homeschool juniors, seniors, and their families to campus Oct. 22–24 for Homeschool Preview Days, a weekend designed to help students explore their interests and experience college life firsthand.
Guests will attend a college class, tour campus, meet professors, and talk with admissions and financial advisers. Activities will introduce students to fields including engineering, aviation, visual arts, nursing, biology, health professions, drama, and theology. Families will also have opportunities to explore downtown Walla Walla and participate in worship and fellowship.
For WWU recruiter Noah Brown, the transition from homeschooling to college is a familiar one. Brown was homeschooled from kindergarten through 12th grade and began taking college classes at age 16 through Washington state’s Running Start program.
“Taking classes while only 16 years old was a big adjustment, and I had to learn quickly how to navigate the fast-paced environment of college,” Brown said. Attending WWU brought additional changes, including in-person classes, campus employment, and a busy calendar of social activities.
“What really helped me adjust quickly was the welcoming atmosphere of WWU—from professors who shared my faith to opportunities to get involved right away,” he said.
Brown believes the independence homeschool students develop can become an important advantage in college.
“Homeschool students are independent and self-driven,” he said. “Since they’ve grown up in control of their own education, they’re able to easily adapt to new environments and excel in whatever field they choose.”
At WWU, homeschool graduates can combine that independence with a close-knit Christian community and personalized support. Small classes allow students to form relationships with professors, while academic advisers, the freshman mentor program, and JumpStart orientation help new students navigate academics and campus life. Students can also participate in clubs, worship, student government, and other leadership opportunities.
“The culture here at WWU encourages student involvement in spiritual, social, and club leadership, with many homeschoolers—including myself—getting heavily involved in student governance and spiritual leadership,” Brown said.
WWU President Alex Bryan has also seen homeschool graduates become active members of the campus community.
“Homeschool students flourish here,” Bryan said. “Professionally, academically, socially, and most importantly, spiritually, each year, homeschool students on our campus add vibrant energy to our academic community.”
Families who register by Oct. 8 may receive lodging for up to two nights and as many as five meals. WWU will also reimburse half of the prospective student’s gas or airfare, up to $350, with airport transportation available from Walla Walla and Pasco.
Learn more and register at wallawalla.edu/homeschoolpreview.
Posted September 21, 2026
