HONORS BRIDGE PATHWAY

First-year students earning a minimum 3.75 cumulative grade point average in their first semester are invited to apply for the Honors College Bridge Pathway. Invited students complete an application and participate in a virtual interview in early January. Accepted students alter their spring schedule by adding in honors general education courses, putting them on track for graduation with their peers.

A few of the benefits members are afforded:

  • small class sizes (generally 15-24 students)
  • access to specially designed interdisciplinary courses
  • membership in the Honors Student Association
  • access to Honors staff and office as information and support center
  • special recognition at commencement
  • eligibility to participate in Honors international study

 

Dates and Deadlines

Invitations are sent out to first year students after fall semester grades are posted. Interviews will occur in early January. Candidates offered a seat in the Bridge Pathway are expected to attend the Honors Symposium in August.

Eligibility Requirements

  • First-year student entering spring semester
  • an earned minimum 3.75 cumulative GPA for first semester

Retention

To remain in good standing in the Honors Bridge Pathway, students must:

  • regularly schedule and complete Honors course offerings 
  • maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.25
  • earn a minimum grade of C+ in all honors coursework

Completion of the Pathway

To complete the Honors Core Program and receive recognition, students must:

  • complete the 10 Core General Education Honors College courses
  • maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.25
  • earn a minimum grade of C+ in all honors coursework

Recognition for Graduation

  • A document of merit and medallion will be awarded at the Honors Spring Graduation
  • If graduating in December, there will be a medallion ceremony in December and an invitation to the Honors Spring Graduation

Bridge Curriculum