At SOU we are dedicated to providing a framework of opportunities that allow Honors College Scholars the ability to transform themselves from academically talented students into creative and collaborative innovators who serve as regional leaders to solve the unique challenges in the state, the nation, and the world. In the Honors College you will develop and refine the variety of talents you alrea
dy possess to make you an effective and successful leader. It’s for this reason that every Honors student will receive a scholarship. There is no single set of qualifications; the scholarships are awarded on an individual basis depending on academics, financial need, and the overall strength of your application, writing sample, and interview. Oregon residency is not required for admission or scholarship to the Honors College. To be considered, apply for admission to SOU, fill out the FAFSA and SOSA, and complete all requirements for application to the Honors College, as outlined on the website http://www2.sou.edu/academics/honors-college/. Through a rigorous curriculum, co-curricular activities, and a distinctive Mentor Program, the Honors College seeks to create a community of learners prepared for a lifetime of intellectual curiosity, inquiry, scholarship, and service. Students and professors work in partnership to create a challenging and practical liberal arts education centered on critical thinking, interdisciplinary undergraduate research, inclusive diversity, civic engagement, and regional issues with global implications. We are looking for exceptional, entrepreneurial, and ambitious students who are serious about reaching their full potential. I invite you to visit the campus of Southern Oregon University, meet students in the Honors College, and determine for yourself if it is a good match for you. The Honors College at SOU is more than a place to learn. It’s an invitation to experience, explore, question, challenge, change, create, and lead. This is your opportunity to become a leader and to make a difference.
