The University of Oklahoma Honors College has a long tradition of academic excellence, bringing students together from across the country and across the world to build an interdisciplinary community of achievers within a large research university. In small classes and in a wide range of activities, you will get to know your professors and other students, creating a network of support and inspiration. The Honors College aims to prepare students for a lifetime of intellectual curiosity and personal growth, while developing skills that are useful in a range of careers.
The Honors College manages a range of research programs to assist students in jump-starting their career. Students can get funding to assist faculty on their research or to pursue their own research project.
The Honors College hosts two medical humanities programs, including a BA-MD track and a medical humanities minor. The college can prepare you for a successful career in healthcare by guiding you through interdisciplinary coursework.
The Honors at Oxford study abroad program offers students the opportunity to live and study in Brasenose College at Oxford University. OU professors incorporate local sites and culture into Honors at Oxford classes.
The program offers generous scholarship support for students to take classes with professors who incorporate local sites and culture.
The Pre-Law Scholars Program is a three-year accelerated Bachelors-Juris Doctor. The program provides financial support for LSAT preparation while guiding students to achieve their goals through mentoring and special events.
Pursue support for your OU studies, study abroad, travel to professional conferences, and nationally competitive awards.
Honors College offers many opportunities including connecting students to informal reading groups and student organizational opportunities.
The Honors College reviews applications year-round. Eligible incoming first-year students can apply after they are admitted to OU. We recommend incoming students apply to the Honors College before May of their high-school senior year to have ample time to enroll in Honors courses.
“I think I’ve developed my resumé for that exact reason: growth. Through each class, volunteer activity, and professional experience, I believe I have become a more well-rounded student and person..”