Honors Program
The Honors Program at Rogers State University provides an atmosphere where our best and brightest scholars – students much like you – can challenge themselves academically to maximize their college experience. The Honors Programs allows the opportunity for this select group of students to distinguish themselves both inside and outside of the classroom.
Honors Program Benefits
- Scholarships covering full tuition, fees, and books
- Free on-campus housing
- $500 annual stipend
- Priority enrollment in classes
- Faculty/student joint research opportunities and involvement
- Classes specifically geared for program students
- Engagement with a community of scholars
- Special recognition at graduation upon completing the program
Note: Scholarships and awards from other sources may affect the total scholarship package.
Qualifications and Admission Requirements
Selection for the Honors Program is competitive. The program is open to incoming freshman who meet the following qualifications and admissions requirements:
- High School cumulative GPA of at least 3.5
- ACT Composite score of 26 or higher
- Three recommendation letters, including two from academic references
- On-campus interview with the Honors Committee
Honors Courses
Honors courses at RSU are specifically designed to challenge students, as well as provide a supportive learning environment for this community of scholars. The honors courses are designed to integrate curriculum, develop and integrate learning communities, and assist in the integration and oversight of service-learning opportunities.
Service Learning
The Honors Program requires that students engage in at least 25 hours of service per semester with government agencies, social service agencies, or non-commercial entities. Service learning projects will be “real world” experience directly relating to your area of academic or professional interests. All projects will be approved in advance by the faculty advisor and Director of the Honors Program.
Contact Information
Dr. Jim Ford
Director of Honors Program
Rogers State University
1701 W. Will Rogers Blvd.
Claremore, OK 74017
918-343-7749
jford@rsu.edu
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