Feed Your Passion for Learning with an Offbeat Curriculum
Nuclear Dilemma, Future History, Race in Art, Wicked Wit, and Backyard Ecology. These aren’t titles of binge-worthy TV shows. They’re courses at NSU Florida’s Farquhar Honors College—designed for high-achieving students like you who showcase a thirst for knowledge and crave a personalized college experience. As an Honors student, you’ll choose from unique and engaging learning opportunities that surpass traditional academic boundaries, unlocking an additional layer to the NSU Edge. Your course load will be the same as other Sharks, but as an Honors College student, you’ll get a more hands-on and unique learning experience.
What Can You Gain as a Honors College Scholar?
Gain Honors Distinctions
As an Honors student, you have access to exclusive opportunities beyond Honors classes. We often hear from our alumni that their time in the Honors College provided some of their most memorable and impactful college experiences. Whatever your goals and interests, you’ll discover ways to deepen your understanding and expand your skills through personalized learning experiences at NSU’s Farquhar Honors College.
The biggest advantage I have experienced as an honors student is being able to have personal relationships with my peers and professors due to the smaller and more discussion based courses.
Sofia C.| Human Nutrition
Program Benefits
Hands-on Learning: Traditional lectures won’t fly in Farquhar—courses are led by engaging and innovative professors who encourage creative class discussion.
Cocurricular Experiences: Talking one-on-one with a Nobel Peace Prize winner. Studying abroad in Greece. These are a couple of examples of the truly unique outside-the-classroom experiences the NSU has provided previous Honors students.
Special Recognition: This is going on your permanent record—Honors courses will be noted on your transcript, showing prospective employers or graduate and professional schools your advanced education.
Scholarship Rewards: You’ll have the opportunity to qualify for an Honors College Scholarship of $500 per year.
Undergraduate Student Symposium
During the symposium, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase projects through displays, oral presentations, performances, and films. This is a prime opportunity for prospective employers and graduate schools to get a sense of your achievements.
Through the Honors College, I’ve had the opportunity to personalize my education, work one-on-one with professors, and participate in research projects. These experiences have allowed me to explore my academic interests and has given me a richer, more meaningful educational experience.
Naziba A. | Biology, Mathematics
Honors in Major Program
In your senior year, you may be selected to complete an Honors-quality project with faculty guidance. This specially recognized project will allow you to participate in a research or applied experience that reflects your personal and professional goals.
Honors Thesis
Students pursuing the Research Citation in Honors must successfully complete and defend an approved Honors Thesis under the direction of a faculty member.
Dates and Deadlines
Take the Next Step
Here's how to apply.
Membership in the NSU Farquhar Honors College requires an application and is designed for high-achieving undergraduate students in all majors. The Honors College accepts approximately 10 percent of the entering student class—distributed across all majors—each academic year.
Interested students must complete and return the application, with responses to the two essay prompts on the Honors College Application. Applications are reviewed by a faculty committee on a rolling basis; students must apply no later than the appropriate deadline dates below.
There are two deadlines for receipt of applications for the upcoming fall semester:
- March 1: Current undergraduate students
- May 15: Accepted undergraduate students (haven't started taking classes at NSU)
Note: Students must have a 3.5 GPA to be considered for the program.
Apply for General Admission
You can use the Shark Select Application or the Common App to apply.
Accepted Students: Submit a Supplemental Application
Submit a completed Honors College Application, which requires two essays.
Connect With the Honors College
Prospective Students
Connect with an admissions counselor and learn more about the application process.
Meet with the NSU Admissions Team
Current Honors College Students
Get in touch with your Career and Academic Success Coach if you have questions about coursework or to chat about future career goals.
Program Contact
For more information, contact honors@nova.edu.