Why Join the Honors College?

Become a Change-Maker at the University of Wyoming

The Honors College is 100% dedicated to students—a truly exceptional group who make a difference at UW and far beyond.

Our Mission
Provide students with an interdisciplinary academic experience that sets them up for success. We foster an inclusive community that challenges students to think ethically, creatively and collaboratively to support personal and academic growth.
Our Vision
Be a dynamic hub of innovative education, supporting students and faculty in advancing their knowledge, self-discovery, and engaged citizenship.

Program Application

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Advising

Honors advisors, along with your major advisor, help you confidently navigate your academic path and make the most of the opportunities available to you.

Honors Advising

Housing Options

Students in UW's Honors College can apply to live in the Tobin House, the central social hub of the Honors College—offering a comfortable, well-kept space for students to connect.

Tobin House

Financial Support

We work with various partners to provide funding for students in diverse ventures, from Study Abroad opportunities to Creative Grants. Our goal is to support your endeavors!

Explore opportunities

Internships

We assist you in preparing and applying for internships that match your interests. We partner with organizations organizations offering paid internships so you can pursue meaningful professional experience.

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Honors Events

From fun (yet competitive!) trivia nights to insightful guest speakers, stay up-to-date on upcoming events in the Honors Program.

Upcoming Events

UW Honors Program Benefits

  • Unique interdisciplinary classes
  • Smaller class sizes with more opportunities to develop relationships with faculty
  • Strong sense of community
  • Classes taught by enthusiastic and committed faculty
  • Increased opportunities for research, internships and presenting work at national meetings
  • Coveted housing options
  • Tiered priority registration for classes
  • Opportunities and resources to study abroad
  • Additional scholarship opportunities

 

Just in case that isn’t enough…
Did you know? Honors students graduate a semester faster on average and with a higher GPA than students with the same incoming academic credentials who have never done Honors.

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