Honors Program
Challenge Yourself
Level up your college experience as an Owens Honors Scholar! The Honors Program is open to all students who have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.
You’ll learn alongside other talented and passionate classmates, guided by your personal faculty mentor. It’s all about initiating, creating and thinking critically—and it’ll look great on your resume!
Opportunity. Distinction. Recognition.
The Owens Honors Program connects you with exciting academic pursuits in a dynamic learning environment.
What You’ll Get in This Program
- An experienced and inspiring faculty mentor focused on your success
- Small, advanced-level courses
- Honors-specific scholarship opportunities
- Internship possibilities
- Seamless transfer to honors programs at 4-year universities
- Letters of recommendation from the Honors Program
- Honors designation on your diploma and transcript
- An Honors Scholar medallion when you graduate
Traits of Honors Scholars
- Intellectually curious and highly motivated
- Open-minded leaders engaged in their communities
- Committed to going beyond the minimum requirements for graduation
- Able to work independently
Admission and Requirements
If your GPA is 3.5 or higher, you’re eligible for the Honors Program!
See the CriteriaHonors Option Internship
Showcase your skills and build your network with an honors internship.
Get the DetailsHonors Program Mentors
You’ll be matched with a faculty mentor who’s focused on your success.
Meet the MentorsHonors Symposium
May 1, 2026
Each year, graduating Honors Scholars showcase their academic success with a formal presentation to the college community.
- Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
- Time: 1-5 p.m.
- Location: Heritage Hall 123
In Their Words
“What I appreciate most about the Honors Program is the freedom of expression and the opportunities. The Honors advisors work with you to create the best opportunities to channel your creativity and feel good about the outcome.”
Yvette Stephens, Owens Honors Student
More About the Honors Program
Mission
The mission of the Owens Community College Honors Program is to provide, beyond the standard curriculum, a challenging educational opportunity for exceptional students who strive for academic excellence.
Vision
The Owens Honors Program brings together outstanding students and faculty in dynamic environments that inspire unparalleled intellectual pursuits, while challenging students to initiate, create, and think critically to enhance personal inquiry and growth.
Contact Us
Student Success
Owens Community College was established in 1965 to provide education and training to the residents of our communities—people just like you.
If you have questions, call (567) 661-6000 to talk with a member of our admissions team.
Flexible online and part-time options make it easy to balance classes with your life.