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Go Beyond the Classroom
The Farquhar Honors College offers unique and engaging learning opportunities, resources, and events for highly motivated and high achieving undergraduate students through curricular and co-curricular activities.
In addition to an emphasis on research and small class sizes, the Honors College takes a well-rounded approach by encouraging students to support and learn from each other in and outside the classroom. It promotes balance by advancing students' personal and professional goals, and it creates unique ways for students to interact with their professors. It supports the advancement of all students in inquiry, innovation, creativity, global awareness, art and culture, and ethics.
Who Should Apply?
If you're an incoming NSU freshman, transfer student, or current student seeking an interactive, hands-on, and innovative undergraduate experience, the Honors College is for you. Students can be pursuing any major to become a member and must maintain good academic standing while enrolled.
Why Join the NSU Honors College?
Faculty Mentorship
Students gain a more comprehensive approach to the learning process by asking full-time faculty creative questions and becoming innovative in their thinking process
Co-Curricular Experiences
Connect classroom experience with experiences outside the classroom, including study abroad opportunities, speakers, exclusive workshops and seminars, and social activities
Scholarship Rewards
Students have the opportunity to qualify for an Honors College Scholarship of $500 per year
Hands-On Learning
Go beyond books and lectures by participating in thoughtful learning experiences and engaging discussions
Individualized Study
Opportunities will be available for students to conduct undergraduate research studies or study abroad
Special Recognition
Honors courses will be noted on the student's permanent transcript, showing prospective employers or graduate and professional schools the enhanced education the student received
An Innovative Academic Opportunity
"NSU and the Honors Program fueled my leadership and networking skills and prepared me not just for a career, but for life. The skills I gained are not part of a typical classroom experience but they are essential for any career path. I believe the faculty, staff, and student body at NSU were essential in leading me to where I am today. My success is a testament to the skills I gained at NSU—they are applicable to so many disciplines and pursuits."
Lauren Butler, B.A. in Theatre, B.S. in Psychology
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Fellowships and Scholarships
The NSU Farquhar Honors College encourages high-achieving undergraduate students of all majors to apply for a variety of national and international distinguished scholarships and fellowships. These awards can offer graduate education funding, enhance recipients’ professional applications, provide career opportunities, and facilitate a lifelong network of contacts.
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