Honors Benefits
Honors Benefits
  • Small classes of 12-15 scholars which allow for interaction between professor and scholars
  • The development of critical thinking skills
  • Opportunity to enroll in active learning classes which provides the synthesis of theory and experience
  • Research experience within your academic area culminating in an original thesis
  • Access to advisors within the Honors College
  • Study abroad scholarship support
  • Assistance with application for national scholarships
  • Honors housing opportunities
  • Sense of community

Honors Housing
Century Park

Freshman Honors housing at Century Park is an option for students in the Honors College.

For more information about housing visit the Department of Resident Life.

Academic Scholarships for Undergraduates* 
Office Hours: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Friday
Drop by the Honors House or make an appointment.

*Though housed in the Honors College, the scholarship officer will assist any Southern Miss student interested in making application for scholarships.

What We Offer

Honors House

Your Own Place to Hang Out

The Honors College is located in the historical area of campus. We are housed in HONOR HOUSE, close to the Alumni House. The Honors College has classroom space, a study and lounge area for our scholars and one of the favorite features...porch swings! Come visit us.

Priority Advisement and Registration

Honors scholars are advised and register earlier than other undergraduates. This is a huge perk!