BROWNWOOD – November 10, 2026 – Howard Payne University (HPU) will host two Yellow Jacket Preview Days for prospective students on Monday, Nov. 23 and Tuesday, Dec. 1. These days provide opportunities to visit campus and learn more about the HPU student experience.
“A campus visit gives prospective students a firsthand look at what makes the HPU experience special,” said Megan Proctor, director of undergraduate admissions. “We encourage students and their families to join us for one of these events to explore campus, meet faculty and members of our community and learn more about what HPU has to offer.”
The Yellow Jacket Preview Day on Monday, Nov. 23, will be from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. During the preview day, participants will tour the campus and residence halls, meet with HPU faculty at the Academic Fair, learn about financial aid, receive exclusive scholarship opportunities, visit with an admissions counselor and receive a free T-shirt.
Optional activities after lunch include visiting the Stinger Store, touring the Douglas MacArthur Academy of Freedom and touring a lab or academic building in more detail.
On Tuesday, Dec. 1, a special “Christmas on the Plaza” Preview Day will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. for prospective students. This unique visit will include a campus tour, time with current HPU students, a free T-shirt and the opportunity to experience campus in its holiday splendor.
Additional Yellow Jacket Preview Days will be held in the spring. Prospective students can also schedule a campus visit anytime by contacting the Office of Admissions.
For more information, contact the Office of Admissions at enroll@hputx.edu or call 325-649-8020. Prospective students can also register at www.hputx.edu/yjp.
ABOUT HOWARD PAYNE UNIVERSITY
Howard Payne University, founded in 1889, is a Christ-centered liberal arts university in Brownwood, Texas, dedicated to preparing students for lives of faith, leadership and service. With more than 100 majors, minors and pre-professional programs across six schools, serving three locations, HPU combines academic excellence with meaningful personal connection in a close-knit campus community.
Guided by its five core values — centered on Christ, focused on community, called to service, committed to excellence and dedicated to stewardship — Howard Payne prepares students through rigorous academic programs, vibrant student life, competitive athletics and service opportunities that equip graduates to make an impact in their communities and professions.