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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40% of Scholars travel abroad at least once during their time in Schreyer

300 incoming first-year 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 presents 'A Conversation with Ayesha Rascoe' Jan 9, 2026
English and Italian major preserves stories, honors heritage via history project Jan 7, 2026
From student-athlete to entrepreneur, Liberal Arts graduate charts next chapter Dec 18, 2025
Jingyi Hu named fall 2025 College of Earth and Mineral Sciences marshal Dec 18, 2025

Upcoming Events

Jan 14

Books with the Dean: Optimal: How to Sustain Personal and Organizational Excellence Every Day

Jan 17

Distance with the Dean

Jan 20

A Conversation with Ayesha Rascoe

Jan 21

Medical Student Interview Panel with Schreyer Alumni

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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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The Schreyer Honors College allows its students to reach their full potential and challenges them to be even better. More importantly, when we achieve our dreams, we have a fantastic community behind us that wants to celebrate our accomplishments along with us.
Alison Roby ' 18 Bioengineering