Penn State - Schreyer Honors College (SHC)

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July 22 - August 1, 2022 Spend A Summer Day at Penn State University Park

Spend a Summer Day with us and explore all that Penn State and the Schreyer Honors College have to offer. These open house programs are a great way to learn more about the academic colleges, admissions, financial aid, housing, student life, and so much more.

Changemaker The Neil C. Patel Memorial Changemaker Honors Scholarship

Nora Van Horn ’22 named recipient of inaugural Changemaker Scholarship

Nora Van Horn is the recipient of inaugural Changemaker Scholarship

Student Achievement Kim, Piazza win Goldwater Scholarships

Scholars honored with one of nation's top undergraduate awards for STEM fields

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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 a prestigious 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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28 countries are home to Schreyer Scholars

290+ Scholars studied abroad

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

Decoding the leaf: scientists search for features to ID modern, fossil leaves May 12, 2022
Earth and mineral sciences graduate receives NSF Graduate Research Fellowship May 11, 2022
Peer-led learning: IST course enriches academic experience May 10, 2022
Nora Van Horn named the recipient of inaugural Changemaker Scholarship May 9, 2022

Upcoming Events
Important Dates

Jun 1

2nd Annual Virtual Golf Championship

All Day
Virtual

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Jun 17

Graduation Activation

Jun 30

Thesis Proposal Locked for Summer 2022 Graduates

Jul 1

Honors Option Deadline

Jul 5

Thesis Format Review for Summer 2022 Graduates

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I want to be able to find something through research that can help the rest of the world. If you find this one thing, that could change the course of everything afterward.
Ananda Rankin '20 Microbiology