Welcome to Honors! What's Next?
Congratulations on being admitted to the BGSU Honors College! You are about to join a community of people who not only see your potential, but also expect you to live into your potential.
The application review committee saw something special in your application to admit you to the College. We believe that you have what it takes to do well in Honors, but now it is your decision if you would like to join the BGSU Honors College.
The Honors College is an experience that is challenging and rewarding. This page will provide you resources to learn more about the Honors College, and hear from current students about their experiences.
Once you have decided Honors is right for you, please fill out the Honors College Acceptance Agreement form (found in your Honors acceptance package). This is to help make sure you understand the benefits and requirements of the Honors College at BGSU. Sign this form by May 1st to guarantee your place in the Honors College for the Fall.
STUDENT ORIENTATION AND HONORS
- Create your MyBGSU Account
- Register for University Orientation (Make sure to attend Honors Orientation on your scheduled date - 8:30 am - 9:00 am - Location TBD)
- Check your BGSU Email - your Academic and Career Planning Specialist will email you to set up your classes BEFORE Orientation.
- Complete your Financial Responsibility Agreement
- Know your Honors Advisor. Your Honors advisor will email you during the summer to introduce themeselves
- Send your final high school and college transcripts as well as any AP & IB scores.
- Complete your writing placement test
Note: These steps must be completed before an advisor can help you schedule.
Welcome Letter from Dr. Diehl - A faculty member in the Honors College
Helpful Housing Links
Did you Know?
Only 40% of BGSU students knew their roommate before choosing to live together. Here is a step by step guide to choosing your room. If you would like to meet other incoming students, check out the BGSU Class of 2024 Facebook page.
Learn about Honors Virtually!
Founders 6 Person Suite
Founders 2 Person Suite
Belonging in the Honors College
Honors Experience Study Abroad Scholarship
Did you apply to the BGSU Honors College before January 15th? Then you have the Honors Experience Study Abroad Scholarship. This scholarship is $2,000 to be able to study abroad through any BGSU education abroad program during your time at the University. This scholarship will NOT show up on your financial aid package, but will be available to use if you decide to study abroad. Learn more about the scholarship here.
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Updated: 01/30/2023 02:51PM