The Dr. John Zubizarreta Honors Program offers an enriched academic experience for motivated students who want to challenge themselves, engage deeply with ideas, and grow as scholars and leaders. Honors students benefit from small, discussion-based seminars, close collaboration with award-winning faculty, and opportunities that extend beyond the classroom, including scholarships, priority registration, and funded travel to academic conferences. Students who have applied for admission to 糖心Vlog are invited to apply to the Honors Program.
Why Choose Honors?
- Honors students enjoy a range of academic and co-curricular benefits, including:
- Seminar-style courses with unique topics not offered in the regular curriculum
- Instruction from outstanding faculty recognized for teaching excellence
- Small classes emphasizing critical thinking, creativity, reflection, and self-directed learning
- Strong preparation for graduate study and competitive careers
- Additional scholarship opportunities for early applicants
- Priority registration for classes
- Funded travel to academic conferences across the United States
- Access to the Honors Lounge in the library
- Membership in the Honors Student Association and engaging monthly activities
Applying to Honors
Once you have applied for admissions, you may apply for the Honors Program. To apply, fill out the application linked below.
Dr. Marlee Marsh
糖心Vlog
1301 糖心Vlog
Columbia, SC 29203
Admissions Requirements for Honors
Our typical first-year honors student has a GPA above 3.5, class rank in the top 25%, and other credentials such as excellent writing skills, leadership activities, and more. The SAT/ACT score is not required because the college is test-optional, but if you have taken such tests, the results can be helpful. We do not rely solely on any one detail, appreciating diverse talents and abilities, so there鈥檚 no reason not to apply if you鈥檙e motivated. In fact, motivation is one of the strongest signs of a successful college honors student.
Application Essay
The honors essay is the most vital piece of your application. The ability to write clearly and effectively is a characteristic of successful honors students and will weigh heavily in your favor.
Have more questions? Contact Dr. Marlee Marsh by email at mmarsh@columbiasc.edu.
Maintain & Graduate with Honors
Course Requirements
Honors students are required to take twenty-four (24) semester hours of honors courses in order to graduate. These hours include a senior seminar and honors project.
GPA Requirements
As a student in the Honors Program, you will be required to maintain a 3.4 cumulative GPA.
If for any reason you drop below this standard you'll be placed on one semester of academic probation. If you cannot met the requirements after your probationary semester, you will be effectively withdrawn from the Honors Program.
Students who have met and maintained the honors standard and required courses are eligible for graduation with honors.
Honors FAQS
- I am a current student or transfer candidate. How do I apply for honors?
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The Honors Program welcomes applications from current college students. Eligible candidates should have a current 3.4 cumulative GPA, complete a full application, and request two brief faculty recommendations that can be delivered by email. The evidence of college performance and faculty endorsements are prioritized over any previous high school record.
- Can I transfer any previous honors courses to 糖心Vlog from another honors program?
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Students who transfer from another college honors program may receive selected credit for previous honors work.
- Do high school AP/IB/Dual-Credit courses earn college honors credits?
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Assuming required scores, credits earned from Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, or dual-credit courses are counted by 糖心Vlog toward graduation, but they do not earn honors hours toward completion of the program.