Honors Students Excel at UNK

The Honors Program is a home for academically motivated students. A driving strategy in the Honors Program is to put students in situations where their learning and development are not limited. Empowering Honors students to explore, learn, and develop according to their interests and abilities helps students achieve individualized pathways.

The Honors Program welcomes all qualified students to apply year-round to this program. We use a holistic approach to review applicants, and as such, support a healthy, inclusive Honors community.

Honors Students Go Above and Beyond

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Independent Research & Creative Activity

54% of Honors students participate in undergraduate research.

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Community Service

90% of Honors students volunteer.

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Individualized Experiences

42% of Honors students participate in individualized experiences

Practicing Leadership

77% of Honors students participate in Leadership Development.

WHY YOU SHOULD BE IN THE HONORS PROGRAM

 

1

Excellence
The purpose of the Honors Program is to challenge students to go ABOVE AND BEYOND by fostering intellectual curiosity. Develop your own path to excellence.

2

Relationships
Build strong ties with other Honors students. Live in Honors housing and be part of a supportive, close-knit community.

3

Privileges
Participate in classes taught by faculty members who are top teachers and researchers. Take part in fun social events, just for Honors students. Benefit from early class registration and other perks.

4

Opportunities
Work side-by-side with faculty researchers, taking advantage of the Honors Program research and creative activities options. Take advantage of study abroad and national exchange programs designed for Honors students.

5

Networking
The Honors Program works to adapt beginning level pathways to connect Honors students with alumni who can provide advice and mentoring for future careers. Our individualized Honors experiences guide you on your path through college.

6

Credentials
Get a competitive edge on internships, jobs, and grad school. Honors students stand out among all other applicants.

 

Kinzee Derr

"I chose to job shadow for my first Honors Pathway Project, where I discovered my passion for geriatrics and hospice care. I met some amazing nurses who gave me confidence that I picked the right major. Being surrounded and supported by the Honors staff and students has pushed me to aim super high for my academics. The Honors Program has made my college experience a million times better, and I have met so many people in the short time I’ve been here."

Kinzee Derr

Pre-Nursing