Honors Program Application

Thanks for your interest in Honors! We are accepting applications but the fall 2026 cohort is full. Your application will be added to our wait-list and we will contact you for an interview prior to the intake for the next Honors cohort. Have a great semester, and feel free to reach out to [email protected] if you have questions.
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In a 750 to 1,000-word essay, please answer each of the following questions.*
Why are you interested in being in the Honors Program at Athens State University? What do you hope to gain from being an Honors student at Athens State University? What areas of research, internships, projects, and/or community service are you interested in or would like to get further involved in? How will you contribute to the Honors Program while enrolled at Athens State University?

- I have been accepted to Athens State University
- I have a GPA of 3.5 or higher
- I will complete a project with a Faculty Supervisor over the course of 18 months
- I will give a presentation and submit a paper describing my Honors project during my final semester
- I will participate in Honors co-curricular activities and projects
- I will participate in diversity and inclusion initiatives
- I will complete 18 hours of community service per year
I agree to complete the following Program Requirements*
Type your initials to show you agree with the program requirements
How did you hear about this opportunity?*
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