Honors College We use cookies to provide you with the best experience and to help improve our website. View Privacy Statement Toggle high contrast Honors College Why Honors? Scholarships Honors Learning Community Apply to the Honors College Ready to apply? Students in any academic program may apply to the Honors College. There are different application processes depending on your student type. I’m a first-year student I’m a transfer student I’m a current BGSU student Discover the best in yourself in the challenging and supportive environment of the BGSU Honors College. As an Honors student, you will be surrounded by bright and curious peers who thrive on intellectual engagement. You will work with professors who are active in their fields, offer research opportunities and academic support. Professors see the best in you, and expect the best from you. Honors students participate in groundbreaking research, are leaders on campus and travel abroad to deepen their understanding of the world around them. The Honors College intentionally focuses on building a community where everyone can belong. Explore the Honors Experience Why join the BGSU Honors College? The Honors College is a place where you can grow, challenge yourself and feed your curiosity. Here are some of the reasons Honors students say they joined the Honors College: Small class sizes that foster meaningful interactions with faculty and peers Proven record of success – Our Honors students have landed jobs at competitive national companies and been admitted to some of the most rigorous graduate and professional programs in the country. Individualized academic support to design your college experience and reach your goals. Customize your experience to follow your passions - Complete an Honors Project to jumpstart your career. This is just the short list. Read more to learn about many other ways you can benefit from the Honors College Why BGSU Honors? Want to graduate with Honors? Complete the Honors requirements to earn University Honors and wear the Honors medallion at Commencement. Honors graduation requirements Honors scholarships $6.8M+ Scholarships received by Honors students last year Generous scholarships allow Honors students to focus on what really matters – their academics and personal growth. Honors scholarships 1,000 students in the Honors College 55% of Honors students participate in research each year 500 members of the Honors Learning Community "I am so grateful for BGSU and this learning community. I have received support and opportunities that have elevated my college experience and shaped my future." – Elyse Adrian ’25, political science major and Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship recipient, got a firsthand look at foreign policy as a State Department intern at the U.S. Mission to the United Nations. Read more about Adrian. News Graphic Design USA recognized seniors Blake Rupp and Madelyn Junk as among the nation’s top emerging designers in this year’s ‘Students to Watch’ list. Through hands-on experience and mentorship, John Michael Schmitz is entering the aviation industry with a competitive advantage. From BGSU to the Cleveland Clinic: What it looks like to maximize the college experience Brandon Perkins '25 graduated with a degree in international business and a full-time role in information technology at the Cleveland Clinic. In their own words: BGSU Fall 2025 graduates reflect on finding their place, defining their futures The University is honoring 984 graduates at its 314th Commencement celebration on Dec. 12 and 13. Fleet Feet: BGSU forensic science student creates unique footwear database with help of Falcon Marching Band Katie Roy ’25 is using the identical shoes from the marching band to study randomly acquired characteristics, which are typically very challenging to research. Connect with us virtually or in person 024 Founders Hall 419-372-8504 honors@bgsu.edu Updated: 12/04/2025 09:53AM