Honors Program
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Honors Program Application
The application requires responses for two writing prompts, high school transcript, ACT/SAT score, and two letters of recommendation.
FAMU Freshmen & Sophomore Students (59 or fewer credit hours). The application requires responses for two writing prompts and one letter of recommendation.
FAMU Juniors (60 or more credit hours) and Transfer Students. The application requires responses for two writing prompts and one letter of recommendation. Transfer students must also provide previous college/university information and transcript.
Honors Program Resources
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Admissions Criteria and Honors Application
Learn MoreThe Honors Center has a separate admissions process from the University as a whole. Criteria for admittance into the Honors Program depend on a student’s classification and enrollment status.
Extracurricular Experiences
Learn MoreThe Honors Center offers a wide variety of excellent extracurricular experiences for all its students.
Honor Student Association
Learn MoreThe Honor Student Association provides additional avenues for students to engage in activities to develop and strengthen their leadership skills and abilities.
Honors Living-Learning Community
Learn MoreLiving in an LLC is a great way to get connected to students who share the same goals and ambitions.
Program Requirements & Courses
Learn MoreStudents admitted to the Honors Center are required to complete one of three stratified tracks. Special sections of required courses from the University’s General Education sequence are offered as honors courses each semester.
