The Honors College at the University of Oklahoma provides a supportive and challenging academic program for intellectually motivated undergraduate students. The Honors College offers an enriching interdisciplinary curriculum through its diverse programs and supports students in a full range of academic pursuits. Carefully designed small classes, a collegial environment, and close advising prepare students for advanced study leading to the bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, or any other bachelors degree offered at the University. Here, we seek to inspire students to a lifetime of broad intellectual curiosity and continuing self-sustained inquiry and personal growth. You can learn more about the Honors College by exploring our academic top five list.
The Honors College accepts applications from incoming freshmen, as well as both transfer students and current OU students who have earned 15+ credit hours with a GPA of at least 3.4. Admission is based on a combination of demonstrated academic success (GPA, test scores) and the ability to write a well-organized, college-appropriate essay.
The Honors College reviews applications year-round. Applications may require up to 6 weeks for processing from the time of submission. Students who are not accepted but receive a deferral letter are eligible to apply again.
NOTE: All students must be fully admitted to OU before their Honors College application will be processed.
Incoming freshmen should first complete their OU admissions application with all their materials by December 15. Once admitted, incoming freshmen can apply to the Honors College. The deadline to apply to the Honors College for priority consideration is February 1.
Incoming freshmen cannot apply to the Honors College until they have been admitted to the University of Oklahoma.
Minimum requirements for admission to Honors College:
You have already been admitted to the University of Oklahoma.
Official test scores: an ACT Composite of 30+, or SAT Reading & Math of 1360+, or an International Baccalaureate score of 40+. Superscores are considered. Students with lower scores may be considered by including a letter of academic recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor.
An unweighted high school GPA of 3.75+, or you rank in the top 10% of your graduating class.
Completion of an essay that responds to a prompt on our application.
Students entering the University of Oklahoma from another university are eligible to apply with:
15+ credit hours earned with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.4
And completion of an essay that responds to a prompt on our application
Students currently enrolled at the University of Oklahoma are eligible to apply with:
15+ credit hours earned with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.4
And completion of an essay that responds to a prompt on our application
OU's Medical Humanities Scholars Program is a highly selective, sequential B.A.-M.D. program. Selected students (five to eight per year) can pursue a liberal arts education focused on medicine and society and at the same time fulfill their pre-medical requirements. Students also engage in service learning and clinical experiences to develop an appreciation for the biopsychosocial dimensions of health and healing. Upon admission into the program, students receive provisional acceptance at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, contingent upon their GPA and MCAT scores. The deadline to apply for the Medical Humanities Program is January 15.
A limited number of students (up to 25 per year) will be selected to join the Pre-Law Scholars Program before their enrollment as undergraduates at OU. The Pre-Law Scholars Program will allow these highly motivated Honors College students interested in the practice of law or judicial service to complete both a bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor at the University of Oklahoma in six years.
You can learn more about the research, community, and academic programs that await you at OU's Honors College below.
