Honors Program

Designed for motivated students with superior academic records, the College Honors Program will allow you to learn with other bright students in small classes taught by some of our finest professors. This environment, with peers who share your academic interests and committed, full-time professors, enables a greater depth of exploration and more individualized attention.

How the Program Works

The College Honors Program offers academically talented students, regardless of major, the opportunity to participate in a four-year honors experience. The program has two parts: General Education Honors and Departmental Honors. You may complete either part, and that part will be noted on your official transcript, or you may complete both and receive the additional designation of “College Honors” on the transcript.

General Education Honors

Students take a minimum of five General Education courses, normally including the three core requirements, in specially designed honors sections. These sections are designed to be more intellectually challenging than regular courses and are kept small in size, allowing for ample opportunity for class discussion and individualized study.

Departmental Honors

Departmental Honors offers students the opportunity to do an independent research, critical or creative project on a topic of their choice and directed by a professor of their choice. Normally the project begins in the senior year and requires six to eight hours of independent study credit over two semesters.

Beyond Academic Benefits

• be eligible for merit-based academic scholarships ✓
• stand out when competing for a job ✓
• stand out when competing for entry into graduate school ✓
• reside in optional residence hall “quiet suites,” set aside for honors students ✓