Some students yearn to examine subjects more closely than typical courses do. To deepen their learning and understanding. To work more closely with faculty. To raise the expectations for their education, and reap even greater rewards.
If this sounds like you, you may belong in the School of Liberal Arts Honors Program.
Take honors courses, or create an honors contract with a professor to change a normally offered course into an honors course—usually through an extra project. You can also receive honors credit for independent study courses, study abroad, capstone courses/projects, and a senior honors thesis.
You’ll work closely with professors in your honors courses and projects. These faculty members will become valuable sounding boards during your time at IU Indianapolis and beyond, giving you advice and introducing you to opportunities.
Your fellow honors students set the bar high—and they’ll encourage you to do the same. They’ll introduce you to new ideas, partner with you on projects, support you, and push you to be your best.
Your honors courses and projects will be noted on your transcript. If you complete the requirements to graduate with honors, you’ll also receive an honors notation on your transcript and your diploma.
The higher expectations and more intensive projects of the Honors Program will prepare you to continue your education.
You’ll have access to specialized career and preprofessional workshops specifically for honors students.
Your academic advisor will help you develop a four-year academic plan, meet the requirements for the honors notation, and learn about opportunities like the RISE initiative.
Your honors experience demonstrates your work ethic, curiosity, and ambition. It’s an excellent addition to your resume, and employers and graduate schools will notice.
School of Liberal Arts honors students are automatically part of the IU Indianapolis Honors College. A community of IU Indianapolis's highest achievers, the Honors College offers small classes, advising, Honors housing, scholarships, a collaborative study space in the University Library, and opportunities for research, international study, service, and experiential learning.
Learn about the IU Indy Honors CollegeTo qualify for admission to the School of Liberal Arts Honors Program, you must:
Eligible students will be invited to apply to join the program, typically during the summer. The application requires an essay of up to 500 words.
You’re automatically in the honors program starting your first semester.
Email lajoinus@iu.edu.
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