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Networked Access

Another great benefit of the Honors Program is what we called “networked access.” University campuses, and UNCA in particular, offer a dizzying array of academic, pre-professional, and co-curricular opportunities to our students - so many in fact that it is not uncommon for students to feel overwhelmed.  The challenge is to communicate these opportunities to students in meaningful and memorable ways that will encourage them to take advantage of the resources at their figure tips and to maximize their undergraduate experience.  This is one of the critical functions of the Honors Program - to keep our students “networked” - aware of the unique and exciting opportunities offered on our campus. In this way, we advocate for Honors students and guide them toward resources of which they might otherwise have been unaware.

Distinction and Recognition as an Honors Student

Distinction as a University Scholar is our Program's highest graduating honor, and a goal that we encourage all our students to attain. However, it is also admirable to graduate as an Honors student - which recognizes students who have remained in good standing with the the program through their final semester.  Both are meritorious achievements that are recognized by employers and graduate schools.

Prior to graduation, the Honors Program also recognizes outstanding underclass students be inducting them into the Circle of Scholars - an award conferred on those who have demonstrated promise to achieve and maximize all six program components (curricular, co-curricular, study abroad, service learning, advanced undergraduate research, and post graduate preparation). To learn more about this elite group within the Honors Program and the process by which inductees are selected, please see our Circle of Scholars website. 

Student Leadership

The Honors Program is governed jointly by the Honors Student Advisory Council (HSAC), and its corresponding faculty committee.  The former is an important conduit for student input into the activities and day-to-day operation of the Honors Program. The HSAC, therefore, offers opportunities for student leadership through event coordination, planning, and programmatic reform.  Though our Honors students are among the most active student leaders on campus, many of them also take a leadership role in the HSAC each semester. 

Study Abroad Funding

The Honors Program also offers small stipends to Honors Students who wish to study abroad and are not otherwise supported by University subsidies.  The amount and number of awards vary from year to year depending upon availability and demand. To apply for these funds, please contact the program staff or down load this printable information sheet and application.

Study Abroad Subsidy Grants