Welcome to the UIC Honors College!
1: Online Orientation
To understand curriculum and registration requirements, watch the 5-minute Honors College First Year Student Guide video.
2: New Student Advising and Registration (NSAR)
A. Though you may register for any virtual or in-person NSAR date, Honors College Advisors will be present for consultation only on select dates, beginning the week of June 10. Students in the colleges below are expected to schedule their NSAR on the following dates, when possible:
– College of Business Administration (CBA): Tuesday, June 16 or Thursday, July 16 (Business Scholars)
– College of Engineering: Wednesday, June 10 or Wednesday, June 17
– College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS): Wednesday, June 10, Wednesday, June 24, or Tuesday, July 14
Note: If you do not see a preferred NSAR date for your program, you can choose any registration date offered by your degree college. Please message the Honors College if you have any inquiries or need additional support.
B. First year Honors College students will register for:
– HON 222 (CRN 42829) This registration is zero credit hours and represents your participation in the Honors College; it is not a “class” and has no meeting times or assignments.
– HON Core General Education course (3 credit hours). Explore the Honors Core descriptions through the Fall 2026 Honors Courses List located on our Honors College Courses website.
– First Year Seminar (usually 1 credit hour) LAS students will register for HON 101; all other students register as recommended by your degree college. If your college recommends it, you may take the FYS in the Spring semester. Descriptions for the first-year seminars are available on the First-Year Seminars website.
3: In-Person Orientation
You are strongly encouraged to select between the Tuesday, June 23 Honors Only UIC Orientation, Thursday, July 9 Honors Preferred UIC Orientation, or Thursday, July 30 Honors Preferred UIC Orientation. You may substitute another date if necessary for your schedule.
4: Honors College New Student Welcome
All incoming first-year students are expected to attend the Honors College New Student Welcome that will take place on Friday, August 21, from 12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (check-in 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.). More details to follow soon.
Need more info?
– Find updated information on our Honors College New Student Information page.
– Drop-In Virtual Advising via Zoom, scheduled every Friday from June 5th to July 31, excluding June 19 and July 3, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 pm.
– Please note that beginning in May, all communications will go to the student’s official UIC email address only.
– For additional support or inquiries, message the Honors College.
Next Steps
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We are pleased that you will be joining UIC as a member of the Honors College!
This page will assist you in planning your next steps with the Honors College. Select your current status to see additional information.
As a new member of the Honors College you can expect:
A Sense of Community:
- The Honors College is an inclusive community of scholars, dedicated faculty mentors, and premier instructors all committed to your success.
Unique Experiences:
- From intimate honors courses to cultural events in Chicago, ignite your inner flame with a community of like-minded peers.
Opportunities:
- Engaging experiences like internships, research, service, and study abroad connect your learning to real-world applications.
Next Steps for First-Year Students
Admission Decisions: Admission Decisions will be released bi-monthly, from November through April.
Scholarships: The Honors College will contact admitted students regarding scholarship offers. If additional funding becomes available, we will reach out directly to individual students.
Intent to Enroll: If you have been admitted to the Honors College, your seat will automatically be reserved when you file your Intent to Enroll for UIC.
Honors College Immersion Day: Want to shadow a current Honors College student? The Honors College will host Immersion Days throughout the spring, where you can spend a day on-campus, attend classes with one of our Honors Ambassadors, and meet with one of our Honors advisors.
Placement Tests: All UIC students, including Honors College students, are required to take placement tests as indicated by your degree-granting college. You will need to complete your placement tests in order to register for your Honors orientation. You should plan to take your placement test. More information about what is needed will be forthcoming.
Online Orientation Modules: Completing the online orientation modules allows you to attend in-person orientation where you learn about campus and register for classes. More information about what is needed will be forthcoming.
New Student Orientation: You need to attend an in-person New Student Orientation program during the summer. There are several orientation dates reserved for Honors College students, where you will meet with advisors from both the Honors College and your degree-granting college.
We advise you to complete the orientation process early as that will allow you to have the largest variety of options for your class schedule for the Fall semester.
Bookmark this page for additional information about orientation and registration.
Next Steps for Transfer Students
To register for Honors Navigate and learn more about honors courses for the upcoming semester, please visit Honors Navigate.
Honors Navigate, which is our mandatory orientation for newly admitted honors students. The Honors College advising team is excited to welcome you to our community of scholars and share important insight into navigating your Honors College experience at UIC. Navigate will include a walkthrough of the Honors College space, use of our computer lab to register for an honors course, and some honors college swag.
Contact us at Honors College Support or lkaczm2@uic.edu with any questions that you might have.
Next Steps for Current UIC Students
To register for Honors Navigate and learn more about honors courses for the upcoming semester, please visit Honors Navigate.
Honors Navigate, which is our mandatory orientation for newly admitted honors students. The Honors College advising team is excited to welcome you to our community of scholars and share important insight into navigating your Honors College experience at UIC. Navigate will include a walkthrough of the Honors College space, use of our computer lab to register for an honors course, and some honors college swag.
Contact us at Honors College Support or lkaczm2@uic.edu with any questions that you might have.
Honors College New Student Welcome
This mandatory event is for incoming first-year Honors students only. Reunite with the friends you made at Orientation, connect with the Honors Ambassadors, and meet members of the Honors College Advisory Board (HCAB), along with Honors College faculty and staff!
We will take a group picture and you will meet with other students in your Honors College core class. There will be games, a mini-conference, & a snacks.
RSVP is required (invite will be sent to your UIC email address).
Transfer or a current UIC student?
Don’t forget to register for Honors Navigate!
To register for Honors Navigate and learn more about honors courses for the upcoming semester, please visit Honors Navigate.
Honors Navigate, which is our mandatory orientation for newly admitted honors students. The Honors College advising team is excited to welcome you to our community of scholars and share important insight into navigating your Honors College experience at UIC. Navigate will include a walkthrough of the Honors College space, use of our computer lab to register for an honors course, and some honors college swag.
Contact us at Honors College Support or lkaczm2@uic.edu with any questions that you might have.
Questions?
Contact the Honors College at Honors College Support if you have additional questions.