Join the next generation of leaders in the Schreyer Honors College. Achieve academic excellence with integrity. Build a global perspective. Lead and engage with the community around you. Take advantage of incredible opportunities at one of the world's premier public research institutions.
Penn State's Schreyer Honors College was one of 11 public university honors programs that received a top rating from PublicUniversityHonors.com.
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Schreyer Scholars represent the top 2% of students at Penn State who lead in the classroom and beyond.
Graduating with honors from Penn State opens up a world of opportunity — from top-tier graduate schools to employment by leaders in commerce and industry.
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Honors housing is the perfect mix of residence life fun in an environment dedicated to academic achievement — all located in the heart of campus and next to downtown State College.
Explore Honors HousingPenn State boasts the largest dues-paying alumni association in the world.
All first-year Scholars receive the Academic Excellence Scholarship, a value of $5,000 per year.
Schreyer Scholars have opportunities to develop relationships with some of the University's most accomplished graduates.
Learn MoreThe Schreyer Honors College provides the best of a small-college experience within a major research university that is home to some of the top-ranked academic programs in the country.
Schreyer Scholars are held to high academic standards, including maintaining a minimum 3.40 semesterly and cumulative GPA, completing at least 35 total honors credits and submitting an honors thesis.
All RequirementsMore than 300 courses, taught by leading faculty, span the academic spectrum. Honors classes typically enroll no more than 25 students. Some honors courses are enriched versions of regular Penn State offerings while others are unique to the honors curriculum.
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The thesis distinguishes a Schreyer Scholar’s career and accomplishments at Penn State. It is a substantial, scholarly work that defines a Scholar’s academic achievement.
About the ThesisLearn about the world and supplement your education by seeing it for yourself. Many Schreyer Scholars study abroad during their time at Penn State. Join them via one of Penn State's 200+ global experiences or by engaging in one of the Schreyer Honors College's signature programs.
Nearly 50 percent of Schreyer Scholars study abroad during their time at Penn State. In 2016-17 alone, Scholars spent time in more than 50 countries.
Travel the WorldOur travel grant program provides funding for Scholars pursuing an international experience. Last year, the Schreyer Honors College provided funding for 300+ grants totaling more than $250,000.
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The Schreyer Honors College offers a variety of Signature Travel Programs in addition to the hundreds of programs offered through Penn State. These special programs provide the enrichment of an honors course alongside an international experience.
View Signature ProgramsThe Schreyer Honors College places an emphasis on what happens outside of the classroom as well as on what happens in it. Scholars are encouraged to impact their communities and shape the world around them. Make the most of your time here — discover new interests, volunteer, learn, create and lead.
There are more than 1,200 student organizations at Penn State including professional honors societies, fraternities and sororities, student government, Archery Club, Ballroom Dance Team, Japanese Friendship Association and many more. You'll find Scholars active and involved with many.
Browse Student OrganizationsFrom THON, Penn State's 46-hour dance marathon to fight against pediatric cancer, to Global Water Brigades and Habitat for Humanity, Schreyer Honors Scholars volunteer and serve locally, nationally and around the world.
There are more than 20 Scholars who compete on Penn State's NCAA teams. In addition to that, Scholars are on the field or court for more than a dozen intramural squads and club teams including tennis, volleyball and cross-country.
Scholars can be found on stage as members of performing arts groups such as the Penn State Thespians, the Orchesis Dance Company, the Penn State Philharmonic Orchestra, Essence of Joy and the Glee Club.
Schreyer Scholars are afforded special opportunities to meet dignitaries, corporate leaders, distinguished faculty and other campus visitors.
Ready to become a Schreyer Scholar and a Nittany Lion? If you haven't done so already, accept both your Penn State and Schreyer Honors College offers!
Accept Penn State Accept SchreyerAfter accepting your Penn State and Schreyer Honors College offers, you must complete your Housing & Food Service contract by May 15 to guarantee on-campus housing for the fall semester.
Join us for an Offer Reception — an opportunity to meet Schreyer Honors College staff, alumni and current students and to ask questions about life as a Scholar at Penn State.
Schedule your New Student Orientation (NSO) at Penn State and make plans to attend Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME) right before fall classes begin.
NSO (May 24 & 25) SHO TIME