The Honors Program: Entering a Community of Excellence

Students who join the University of Utah Honors Program enjoy the advantages of an intimate learning community within a large research university. Small, engaging classes taught by distinguished professors fulfill graduation requirements and help prepare students for graduate work, professional school, and contemporary life.

Some of the advantages of joining Honors include:

• Small classes with outstanding professors and other bright and motivated students
• General Education requirements fulfilled through a more rewarding route
• Distinction of graduating with an Honors Certificate, and an Honors Degree in your chosen field of study
• Special scholarship opportunities for tuition and Study Abroad programs
• The chance to live with other Honors students in the Poulson Honors House or the Quinney Law House on Officer's Circle in historic Fort Douglas
• Research opportunities, and one-on-one tutorials with faculty mentors
• Student and Alumni mentoring programs
• The opportunity to join community partnerships for service and leadership
• Identification with a community of excellence

Requirements?

Students are eligible to join the Honors Program if they meet the following requirements:

• Reentering Freshmen: Admissions Index of 120 or greater and a cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or greater,
• Transfer Students: Cumulative transfer GPA of 3.5 or greater.

How do I join the Honors Program?

After you have been accepted to the University of Utah, you may apply on line at: http://www.honors.utah.edu/prospective-application.html.

Visit the U

Visiting the campus is a great way to see whether the University is a good fit for you. Prospective students who are eligible for the Honors Program are invited to attend an Honors Day at the U. Come visit our campus and explore the outstanding opportunities available at the University of Utah.