Honors Opportunities at UCA
The Schedler Honors College and University Scholars Program application for entering high school applicants is closed, but the Track II application for current college freshmen is now open until April 1. Apply here.
Which honors program is right for you?
Students in Honors at UCA say that it has helped make their transition to college easier: connecting them with peers and faculty who care about their success, improving their grades by enhancing writing and critical thinking skills, and giving them a deeply rewarding educational experience. The University of Central Arkansas has a variety of honors programming opportunities available for students. The table below can help you decide which program is the best fit for you. Contact us at honors@uca.edu if you have questions, wish to schedule an individual meeting, or want to arrange to sit in a current Honors seminar.
| Schedler Honors College | University Scholars Program | Honors in the Major | |
|---|---|---|---|
| When to Apply | High School Senior, College Freshman | High School Senior | College Junior (after 72 hours) |
| Required GPA | HS GPA or College GPA of 3.5 | HS GPA of 3.5 | College GPA of 3.00 |
| Required ACT | No Minimum ACT* | No Minimum ACT* | Not Applicable |
| Application Elements | 2 Essays, 2 References | 1 Essay, 1 Reference | Consent of Department |
| Program Curriculum | 4 Core Courses, 5 Course Minor (27 hours) | 4 Core Courses, 2 Capstone Courses (up to 18 hours) | Capstone Course(s) in Department |
| Financial Incentives | **$2,000/Semester Stipend, Private Room Upgrade Scholarship | $500/Semester Stipend, Private Room Upgrade Scholarship | May apply for Student Research Funds |
