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

$7.7M+ in grants and scholarships awarded to Scholars

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

Schreyer Honors College announces 2026 student award winners Jan 21, 2026
Ten Penn State alumni to receive Distinguished Alumni Awards in 2026 Jan 12, 2026
From South Korea to Apple, engineering alumna's career path forged at Abington Jan 10, 2026
Schreyer Honors College presents 'A Conversation with Ayesha Rascoe' Jan 9, 2026

Upcoming Events

Jan 28

Donuts with the Dean

Jan 30

GLOBE International Music Night

Feb 2

Distinguished Honors Faculty Program: Future Worlds Workshop

Feb 5

Distinguished Honors Faculty Program: From Research to Real-World Deployment

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Academic Deadlines

Jan 26

Graduation Activation

Jan 30

Thesis Check-In for Spring 2026 Graduates

Feb 2

Priority Registration Opens

Feb 6

Honors Option Deadline

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My favorite part of Schreyer is all the connections I've established and made. I've met so many awesome people. I feel like I fit in here.
Blake Greenspan ' 22 Premedicine, Political Science