TU Honors
Thomas University Honors is a selective four-year program designed to attract and develop highly motivated students who want a learning environment that is enriched with greater academic and creative challenges and experiences. TU Honors prepares students for advanced study in graduate and professional schools, as well as to pursue rewarding careers in their chosen fields.
+What You’ll Do
Collaborate directly with experienced and supportive faculty
Work and learn alongside students seeking similar experiences
Conduct original and independent research
Engage with experienced professionals from a variety of disciplines
Prepare for graduate school and/or advanced career pathways
+Program Benefits
Specialized Honors first year experience seminar
Priority scheduling
Priority housing selection (Freshman year)
Symposia from distinguished guest lecturers
Opportunities to present your research at professional conferences
Career and professional skills development opportunities
Graduate school preparation
+To Apply
+The Process
Applicants must submit a Thomas University Honors Application and official high school transcript directly to the Honors Program. In addition, official SAT and/or ACT test scores should be submitted to Thomas University with the standard University application.
Application Requirements (items you will need in order to complete the application)
- High School Transcript
- Advanced coursework (AP, IB, Dual Enrollment, AICE)
- Senior Class Rank
- SAT and/or ACT scores
- Accomplishments
- Involvement, activities, and leadership
- Awards
- Service
- Two letters of recommendation
- Two essays
Students are encouraged to submit additional information that illustrates their talents, skills and/or interests. This information may be a significant factor in the Honors Program admissions decision.
Completed applications, including all supporting materials, should be emailed to HonorsAdmissions@thomasu.edu.
All materials must be received by the application deadline in order for the applicant to receive full consideration.
+Application Checklist
+Important Dates
+Frequently Asked Questions
Is Honors participation limited to certain majors or degree programs?
No. Students pursuing any major or degree program at Thomas University may participate in the Honors Program.
Do athletes participate in the Honors Program?
Due to the program rigor and time commitment, particularly during the Junior and Senior years, it is not recommended that student athletes participate in the Honors Program.
Do Honors students receive priority consideration for on-campus housing?
All admitted Honors students are offered the option to reside in the Honors Community in the Magnolia dormitories during their freshman year. However, Honors students are NOT guaranteed on campus housing. Students must apply directly to TU’s Department of Housing for on-campus housing. We suggest that you apply as early as possible for housing, since space is limited. Do not wait for your Honors decision to apply for on-campus housing!
How are Honors courses different from non-Honors courses?
Most Honors courses are limited to about 20-25 students which promotes a high level of student participation and discussion, and allows for individual attention. Critical thinking skills and creative processes are cultivated through the Honors environment. So, Honors courses are different, but not necessarily harder.
Does my application to the Honors Program obligate me to attend TU?
No, by submitting your Honors application, you are not committing yourself to attend TU. After being offered admission to the Honors Program, you are required to accept your admission and reserve your seat. This indicates your commitment to participate in Thomas University Honors. Students are not able to reserve their seats until late February at the earliest, which allows ample time for you to consider all of your options. The deadline to complete the seat reservation process is May 1; however, waiting until the deadline is not recommended as seats are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Students who attempt to reserve their seat after May 1 (or after the class is filled, regardless of date) will be placed on a waiting list. Instructions describing how to reserve your seat will be provided when you are accepted into the Honors Program.
