Make Your Excellence Known.

Why Honors?

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  • Thrive at an R1 university located in one of the world’s greatest urban centers.
  • Pursue prestigious scholarships, competitive fellowships, and grants available exclusively to Honors students.
  • Follow in the footsteps of the 70% of Honors graduates who are admitted to leading graduate and professional schools.
  • Explore big questions and real-world problems through innovative Honors courses.
  • Work alongside 700+ Faculty Fellows who provide mentorship, research opportunities, and professional guidance.
  • Benefit from individualized advising and support throughout your Honors journey.
  • Grow as a leader through unique experiential learning and professional development programs.
  • Earn the UIC Honors College Distinction, recognizing your academic achievement and engagement as an Honors student at graduation.

What to Expect

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Academic Exploration & Scholarly Engagement

  • Build a distinctive academic profile through an Honors curriculum that prepares you for graduate study, professional programs, and career success.
  • Explore, discover, create, and apply knowledge through research and hands-on learning experiences.
  • Connect with Faculty Fellows who provide tailored mentorship.
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Resources for Success

  • Receive personalized support from Honors advisors.
  • Access Honors scholarships and grants.
  • Connect with Honors peer mentors who support your transition to UIC and beyond.
  • Build community through Honors-only study spaces and lounges.
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Experiential Learning & Innovation

  • Participate in service-learning, civic engagement, and community-based experiences across Chicago.
  • Explore the world through Honors study abroad opportunities.
  • Develop solutions to real-world challenges through the UIC Innovation Center and other experiential programs.
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Community & Leadership

  • Join a diverse community of ambitious students from every undergraduate college
  • Live and learn in Honors housing at James Stukel Towers.
  • Develop leadership skills through Honors organizations, programs, and initiatives.

Describe the Honors College in 'One' Word

Deep Dive

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Courses
Small Honors-level courses and seminars taught by premier faculty.
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Mentorship
Faculty Fellows and Honors Advisors assigned to all students for mentoring and advising.
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Engagement
Engagement in undergraduate research, service, and leadership.
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Involvement
Ongoing special events and organizations to engage with a community of like-minded peers.