Current U of M-Twin Cities and transfer students are accepted into the University Honors Program every fall semester on a space-available basis.
Eligibility Requirements
In order for your application to be considered, you must have:
- a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5
- a history of strong performance in major and prerequisite coursework
- a planned graduation date of spring 2026 or later (for students admitted Fall 2024)
Please note that admission is highly competitive. The mean GPA for students admitted to the program is 3.86. Admitted students have also demonstrated a strong interest in research, scholarship, or artistic activity.
Application
The Fall 2024 application is closed. The Fall 2025 application will open in October.
General Timeline
- October: Application Opens
- November-January: Information Sessions (dates TBD)
- February 1: Application Deadline (current students; transfer student application deadline is June 1)
- March: Decisions announced (current students; transfer student decisions announced mid-June)
What to Expect on the Application
Students will be expected to answer questions on research interests or experiences, co-curricular engagement during their time as a college student, and an essay outlining their academic goals, objectives, and how they plan to engage with the honors program. Students should answer all questions on the application.
If you have any questions regarding your UHP admissions decision, please contact the University Honors Program at honors@umn.edu no later than two weeks following notification of your decision.