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The Honors College

Grow beyond the classroom

The Lander University Honors College is a community of bright, ambitious students working closely with faculty mentors to take on challenges both inside and outside of the classroom.

Perhaps you'll take on a research project of your own. Recently, Lander students contributed to a NASA grant project, attended a prestigious summer seminar in California, and participated in academic and professional conferences. Honors students are often featured in Lander's annual academic showcase, which provides students an opportunity to publicly display and present outstanding original work created during that academic year.

As you finish your education, the Honors faculty can help you process what you learned and market your new credentials. On and off campus, students of the Lander University Honors College get the support, encouragement and opportunity they need to thrive.

 

   

Honors Opportunities

  • Honors Seminars-Honors College members take small, unique courses that fit alongside their majors.

  • Honors College Housing-Incoming Honors College members have the option of sharing suites in Centennial Hall.
  • Study Abroad-Honors College members are encouraged to study abroad and eligible for supplemental funding through the Global Scholars Program.
  • Washington Internship Programs-Honors College members may seek internships in Washington, DC via the WISH Program and the prestigious Washington Semester Program exclusive to South Carolina honor students.
  • Community Spirit-Honors College members are encouraged to get involved, and the Honors Social Committee plans opportunities for networking, volunteerism, and fun throughout the semester.
  • Special perks-Honors College members enjoy perks like occasional field trips, travel funding for professional conferences, and priority course registration.
 

Student's Guide to the Honors College

Application Process

Admissions to the Honors College and open to incoming Lander freshmen, transfer students, and continuing Lander students. To apply for fall, simply download and return the Honors College Application by April 1.

Honors College membership is competitive and limited to available space. Admitted students typically have ACT composite scores above 24 or SAT scores above 1170, have succeeded in challenging coursework, and are in the top 20% of their high school class or have comparable academic achievements. Students may also apply to Honors College without SAT or ACT scores by submitting other academic achievements. 

 

Apply to the Honors College Online            Apply to the Honors College (DOCX)

Let the world be your classroom

Learn more about the travel, internship, and research adventures that the Lander Honors College members experience.

Read the Lander Travels Blog