Have you had a strong start at App State and want to deepen your academic experience? The Honors College welcomes curious and motivated students from all majors who enjoy asking big questions, engaging deeply with their coursework, and persuing academic work that matters to them. If you are currently in your first semester at App State, we invite you to apply.
Because the University Honors curriculum unfolds over several years, it provides the greatest benefit to students with at least three years remaining before graduation. Students seeking a discipline-specific honors experience may also wish to explore Departmental Honorsopportunities offered through participating academic departments.
Who can Apply?
- Apply during your first semester at App State.
- Show us how you engage with your learning. We review every application holistically and typically look for a cumulative App State GPA of 3.5 or higher.
- Submit your application before final grades are posted. We begin reviewing applications as they are received and release final decisions after first-semester GPAs are available.
Application Deadlines
| Admission Term | Application Opens | Application Due | Decision Shared |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | October 15 | December 15 | December 20 |
| Fall | March 15 | May 15 | May 20 |