Take Root IN Honors
The Norbert O. Schedler Honors College identifies highly motivated students, immerses them in a learning community where they can examine who they are and practice who they want to become, and challenges them with opportunities for growth. The Honors College equips students from across disciplines with the tools and skills to lead flourishing lives and develops them as conscientious citizen-scholars prepared to make a difference.
To achieve this mission, the Honors College provides the following opportunities for students in our programs:
• Scholarship incentives to make education more affordable
• Private, suite-style bedroom for students to have a quiet study space
• A skills-based curriculum designed to empower students
• Individual attention from dedicated faculty
• Funding support for experiential learning opportunities
• Enrichment opportunities, not extra work!
ONE COMMUNITY, TWO PATHWAYS
At UCA, students in the Schedler Honors College and Schedler Honors Program gain access to exclusive opportunities and are part of one vibrant community. While both paths offer strong support and enrichment, each one features a distinct curriculum designed to match a student’s individual goals and academic interests.
SCHOLARHSIPS AND INCINTIVES
*The dollar amount for the Honors Private Room Upgrade is determined by the difference between Tier 1 and Tier 3 housing each year. The listed amount is an estimate, but the full cost of the upgrade will be covered.
HONORS @ FARRIS
Honors@Farris Hall exclusively houses students enrolled in the Schedler Honors College and Schedler Honors Program. Students in the Schedler Honors College and Schedler Honors Program receive private room upgrade scholarships so that the cost of staying in honors housing is no more than a traditional residence hall.
SCHEDLER HONORS COLLEGE
PARTICIPANTS
Students are curious, passionate, and community-minded.
Interdisciplinary curriculum complements any major.
Encourages exploration of complex ideas from multiple perspectives.
Helps students examine and shape their own values and commitments.
SCHEDLER HONORS PROGRAM
Students aim to become socially responsible experts in their field.
Flexible curriculum complements any major.
Encourages deep focus in chosen discipline.
Emphasizes using knowledge to create positive change.
CURRICULUM
Honors Core: The Human Search (12 hours)
Interdisciplinary Studies Minor (15 hours)
Self-Authorship
Scholarship
Citizenship
The Search for Meaning gateway course plus 3 honors sections of core classes (12 hours)
Capstone Project (6 hours)
GOALS
Disciplinary Expertise
Social Responsibility
HOW TO APPLY
The Norbert O. Schedler Honors College uses a holistic admission process that factors in academic performance, motivation, quality of writing, and service and leadership potential that looks beyond just grades to understand the whole student.
Applicants must submit:
• An Official 6 Semester Transcript
• Reading Response Essay
• Personal Essay
• Email Address of Academic Reference
• Email Address of Leadership/Service Reference
For a detailed description of the application process and evaluative criteria visit uca.edu/honors/apply.
