Penn State - Schreyer Honors College (SHC)

Through the Years History & Traditions

Learn about the rich history of the Schreyer Honors College — with stories and milestones that build upon what Penn State has done for nearly two centuries.

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What Sets Us Apart The Schreyer Advantage

Receive an outstanding honors education at a top-tier public research university. Supercharge your education at Penn State and become a Scholar in the Schreyer Honors College.

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A Community of Inspired Leaders

Learn about how our Scholars live, learn, and lead in the classroom, their communities, and around the world.

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37 states are home to Schreyer Scholars

17,000+ living Scholar alumni

The Latest from Schreyer News & Events

Schreyer Scholar Victoria Vanriele running for Penn State's track and field team

Scholar and Track Star Serving as a Resource for Young Athletes August 17, 2021

Honors faculty support Schreyer Scholars in achieving their goals Apr 8, 2026
College of Education announces program student marshals for spring commencement Apr 7, 2026
Student’s love of art, culture, history drives future museum career Apr 7, 2026
Join the 'Dare to Disrupt' podcast for its 50th Episode live with Asia Grant Apr 6, 2026

Upcoming Events

Apr 9

Careers in Medicine: Alumni Meet & Greet

Apr 10

Schreyer Gallery Opening Reception

Apr 10

Student Council x AED Spring Formal

Apr 14

Basic Needs Summit

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Academic Deadlines

Apr 17

Thesis Proposal Due for Spring 2027 Graduates

Apr 25

Medals Ceremony Registration Deadline

May 1

Spring 2026 Classes End

May 18

Summer 2026 Classes Begin

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My thesis is a creative thesis. I'm writing a feature-length screenplay for a movie. As a film major, having a finished screenplay that you can take to different companies is really a strong selling point that most people don't have coming out of college.
Joseph Abraham ' 20 Film and Video, Statistics