Achieve your best
You’re academically driven, and the Honors College is rich in experiences tailored for you. Here, you will be part of a close-knit community of peers who—along with Honors faculty—will challenge you through exciting research, unique projects, and out-of-class opportunities that connect you with what you care about. It is an enrichment program open to students of all majors.
“Honors classes are an opportunity to truly think deeply about a subject and discuss ideas and opinions with peers who are engaged in the topic. Honors classes are unlike any other opportunities on campus.”
– Taylor Hartman, Geology major, ‘17
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average Honors class size95%
of Honors alumni report “excellent” or “good” gains in both critical thinking and writing skills98%
of Honors alumni surveyed would recommend it to othersAs an Honors College student, you’ll have access to research, international education, service learning, exclusive scholarships, and leadership opportunities that will prepare you to meet the future on your terms.
Faculty mentors
You will have the opportunity to conduct experimental research, present at national conferences, and publish scientific papers alongside professors who are active scholars and researchers.
Experiential learning
Honors students have exclusive opportunities for learning and research outside the classroom in places such as Mexico; Aix, France; and a semester of study in the Grand Canyon.
Go global
We encourage all students to consider our many opportunities to study abroad. We offer programs of varying lengths, and many don’t require you speak another language.