Honors Opportunities at UCA
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 |
| Scholarship Incentives | **$2,000/Semester Stipend, Private Room Upgrade | $500/Semester Stipend, Private Room Upgrade | May apply for Student Research Funds |
