Application and Requirements
General Honors (prospective freshmen)
Admission to the Honors College is competitive. Successful applicants are offered admission based on a combination of performance on standardized tests (ACT/SAT), high school academic record, evidence of creativity and leadership, and relative strength of the applicant pool. Generally, the minimum criteria for consideration are 27 ACT (combined SAT of 1210*) and 3.5 core high school grade point average (as determined by the Office of Admissions).**
To apply, complete and submit the 2013 Competitive Programs Application.***
Deadline: February 1
*The written part of the SAT is not considered in evaluation for Honors College admission.
**Core GPA is calculated with the student's grades earned in coursework that is part of the college preparatory curriculum (CPC). Core GPA is computed on a four-point scale; thus, weighted grades earned in AP, advanced or honors classes are not calculated into core GPA. (Some consideration is given to applicants attempting AP, advanced or honors coursework, but primary emphasis is on core GPA.)
***General Honors applications are processed by Admissions. For application information or status, contact Admissions (601)266-5000.
Senior Honors (current and transfer students)
Senior Honors at Southern Miss provides juniors and seniors the opportunity to conduct research at a high academic level. In addition, students who satisfy the curriculum and requirements of the Honors College graduate from Southern Miss with Latin designation.
Admission Requirements
Prospective Senior Honors students must have: a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25, 40 credit hours by the start of the entry term and four (4) semesters remaining (in order to complete the Senior Honors curriculum).
To apply, complete and submit the Honors College Application for Admission to Senior Honors.
Deadlines
Fall 2013 regular admissions: May 1
Spring/Summer 2014 regular admissions: November 1
Fall 2014 priority housing: February 1, 2014
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