Curriculum Guidelines

Create your Honors experience

An Honors education is more than a checklist of courses and activities. Our goal is to help you prepare yourself for new experiences and for life after graduation.

Components for developing your curriculum

Honors Courses

Join in lively discussions; learn how research is conducted and how to make a difference.

Learn more about Honors courses

Experiential Learning

Apply what you've learned to improving your community.

Learn more about Experiential Learning

Undergraduate Research

Find answers to questions that matter.

Learn more about Undergraduate Research

Capstone Requirement

This might include a colloquium, thesis or departmental capstone course.

Campus Events

Honors students must attend one campus event per semester.

51�鱨վ Events Calendar

e-Portfolio

Document and reflect on your Honors experience at 51�鱨վ.

Learn more about ePortfolios

Advising & Support

As an Honors student, you'll work with dedicated advisors and the Dean to co-design your curriculum. We'll explore your interests and areas of accomplishment and focus on opportunities for growth. Call us at 757-683-4865 to schedule an appointment.

Justin Luzong, 51�鱨վ Honors College student.

I had trouble deciding what I really wanted to pursue, but the HC requirements really helped me decide where my strengths and interests lie. Thank you for guiding me through the past three and a half years.

Justin Luzong BS, Information Systems & Technology, 51�鱨վ Fall 2017

Maria Wilcox, 51�鱨վ Honors College student.

[Perry Honors College Dean David Metzger] is the one who helped me and encouraged me to be where I am today.

Maria Wilcox BA, Spanish, 51�鱨վ 2017

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