Below is a sample 4-year plan for a student who joins Honors as a first-year. (Just a sample! Your journey may look significantly different.)
| Your Four Years in Honors | ||
|---|---|---|
| Classes to Take | Co-Curricular Activities Questions to ask and things to consider |
|
| First Year | HON 110 2-3 Honors University Studies classes 1-2 HON 120/121 classes HON 191 |
3 cultural activities 2 service activities Getting involved in student organizations Exploring majors and fields of study Meeting frequently with academic advisor Consider applying to FYRE |
| Second Year | 1-2 more Honors University Studies classes (4 total) 1-2 HON 120/121 classes HON 210/212 |
Study abroad? Consider leadership positions in student organizations Apply to national fellowships/scholarships Attend a thesis defense or Scholars Café session |
| Third Year | 3 extra hours in Honors Any HON seminars not yet complete |
Study abroad? Consider leadership positions in student organizations Apply to national fellowships/scholarships Consider starting 499 early (spring of junior year) Attend a thesis defense or Scholars Café session Consider internships and research experience Consider conducting a Directed Individual Study |
| Fourth Year | 499 (Departmental Honors) | Attend a thesis defense or 499 Workshop session Consider internships and research experience |