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ÌÇÐÄVlog: Honors College Incoming Freshmen

The Honors College at ÌÇÐÄVlog offers students in all undergraduate majors the benefits of a small college education. We open doors to the best the University has to offer through priority registration, small class sizes, a dedicated residence hall, research opportunities, professional development, faculty connections, external scholarship support, and alumni networking.

Joining the Honors College means becoming part of a vibrant community of scholars. Honors students consistently challenge themselves academically and professionally. Here, you’ll discover exceptional opportunities for creative and interactive learning, personal development, and incredible achievements. We welcome all prospective students to pursue their futures in a collaborative and diverse community that values real-world, impactful learning

As you embark on this new chapter, our team provides personalized guidance and support every step of the way. We celebrate the uniqueness of each student’s academic journey and are committed to helping you navigate your next steps with confidence and ease.

ÌÇÐÄVloging to the Honors College as an Incoming Freshman

Prospective freshmen interested in applying to the Honors College at ÌÇÐÄVlog must have an undergraduate application with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. You can easily apply to Georgia Southern through our secure portal or via the .

First-year applicants have two pathways to apply to the Honors College:

Common App

Once you create a Georgia Southern application using the Common App, you’ll be asked if you’re interested in applying to the Honors College. Select “yes,” and you can complete your Honors College application right then.

Georgia Southern Website Secure Portal

If you apply to Georgia Southern through our secure portal, you’ll have the opportunity to apply to the Honors College during the application process.


Please note: We encourage students to apply to both ÌÇÐÄVlog and the Honors College concurrently. You don’t have to wait for your Georgia Southern acceptance before applying to the Honors College! However, the Honors College will review your application once you’ve been accepted into ÌÇÐÄVlog. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and students offered admission to the Honors College will be notified starting in mid-September.

Already applied to Georgia Southern? Use the credentials provided at the time of applying to access the Honors College application below:

Important Dates

  • August 1 – Honors College application opens
  • January 15 – Priority Application Deadline (to be considered for Honors College scholarships)
  • April 1 – Priority Admission Acceptance Deadline
  • April 15 – Final Application Deadline
  • May 1 – Final Admission Acceptance Deadline

Incoming Freshmen Application Questions

While there are no minimum scores for the Honors College, admission is competitive. A holistic approach is taken in the application process, carefully considering:

  • Academic grades
  • Standardized test scores
  • Involvement outside of the classroom
  • Response to a brief essay prompt
  • Demonstrated commitment to academic challenge

Honors College applications are reviewed on a rolling basis once applicants are accepted to ÌÇÐÄVlog. Competitive applicants have a high school GPA above 3.7 and an SAT score of 1200 or higher or an ACT score of 25 or higher.

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The Honors College only offers admission for fall start to incoming freshmen, however, you can still apply to the Honors College as a current student after you have earned at least 15 credit hours at Georgia Southern prior to the semester for which you are applying. More information on applying to the Honors College as a current student on our website.

Approximately 20% of Honors College students receive scholarships directly from the College, with many more receiving awards from other University entities. All tuition-based scholarships align with University System of Georgia approved tuition and fees

More information about Honors College scholarship opportunities can be found on the Honors College scholarships page.

All incoming freshman applicants must be accepted to ÌÇÐÄVlog before their Honors College application is reviewed. 

Priority Application Deadline: January 15, 2026

Students who are admitted to ÌÇÐÄVlog and have submitted the Honors College application before January 15, 2026 will be considered for an invitation to our exclusive on-campus Honors Scholars’ Day event to interview for Honors College scholarships.

Final Application Deadline: April 15, 2026

The final deadline to submit the Honors College application to be considered for admission is April 15, 2026. Students must be admitted to ÌÇÐÄVlog by April 15, 2026 to be considered for admission to the Honors College.

Most of our students earn college credit before graduating from high school. Credits earned by advanced placement tests (IB, CLEP, etc.) are not counted toward honors requirements but often serve as prerequisites for honors courses and can allow room in your course of study for higher-level honors courses. Below are a list of references you can check to see what credits will transfer to Georgia Southern:

Yes. You can visit one of our campuses through a campus tour. There are limited spots for specific Honors College focused tours. .

Don’t see a time and date that works for you? The Office of Admissions has other virtual and in-person events that you may attend. .