Honors students are academically talented and highly motivated students selected from the top ten percent of Gannon's incoming class. We prepare students to be ethical, thoughtful and effective leaders with a global worldview.
Honors students also actively help run the honors program through the Faculty/Student Honors Committee and the Honors E-board.
Why Honors?
- Dedicated support for post-graduate interests including graduate school and job opportunities
- Receive travel scholarships
- Use of a special lounge
- Priority registration
- Honors recognition at graduation
- National conference opportunities
- Engage in coursework that encourages critical thinking, active learning and a collaborative environment
What's Required to Join?
- Exhibit a rigorous high school curriculum with Honors, Dual Enrollment or AP credits
- Submit a well-written essay or record a short video answering one of the application prompts
How Do I Graduate with Honors
- Maintain a 3.5 or greater GPA
- Engagement in global experiences
- Production of scholarship
- Demonstration of leadership
- 20 service hours a year
How Do I Apply?
- To apply to the Honors program, please click here. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.