The Monroe College Honors Program aims to serve the most promising incoming students and our highest-performing continuing students who are insatiably curious and love to learn. Characteristically, Honors students take calculated academic risks, and readily engage in academic discussion, debate, research, and writing.

New students may be referred to the Program by many individuals, including school deans and faculty members, Admissions counselors, the Director of International Programs, or a member of the Honors Board.

Continuing students may initiate the application process, or a member of the Monroe College community (faculty, student, or staff) may refer them.

In addition, exceptional students may be invited to participate in the Honors Program based on previous academic success, excellent writing ability, and remarkable interview with a member of the Honors Executive Board.

• Strong record of achievement in high school or previous college, (with no more than 60 transfer credits from a previous institution)
• Strong results on the Monroe College placement exams in English and mathematics
• Record of leadership and involvement in extra-and co-curricular activities
• A letter of recommendation from an administrator or a teacher
  • Successful interview with an Honors Program Board member
  • Completed Honors Program application, including statement of intent

• High academic standing—minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5
• Superior writing, analysis, and critical thinking skills
• Recommendation from a Monroe College faculty or staff member
• Record of leadership and/or positive involvement in the campus community
• Successful interview with an Honors Program administrator
• Completed Honors Program application