Penn State - Schreyer Honors College (SHC)

Through the Years History & Traditions

Learn about the rich history of the Schreyer Honors College — with stories and milestones that build upon what Penn State has done for nearly two centuries.

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What Sets Us Apart The Schreyer Advantage

Receive an outstanding honors education at a top-tier public research university. Supercharge your education at Penn State and become a Scholar in the Schreyer Honors College.

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A Community of Inspired Leaders

Learn about how our Scholars live, learn, and lead in the classroom, their communities, and around the world.

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300 incoming first-year Scholars

37 states are home to Schreyer Scholars

The Latest from Schreyer News & Events

Schreyer Scholar Victoria Vanriele running for Penn State's track and field team

Scholar and Track Star Serving as a Resource for Young Athletes August 17, 2021

Penn State student explores transportation policy through Washington internship Oct 2, 2026
Double trouble: Two active magma reservoirs indicated at Masaya volcano Oct 1, 2026
Fifteen Penn Staters honored as 2026 Alumni Fellows Sep 30, 2026
Former peer success coach reflects on lasting impact of Liberal Arts Chaiken Center Sep 24, 2026

Upcoming Events

Oct 5

Schreyer x Red Cross Blood Drive

Oct 5

Alumni Leadership Journeys: Discussion with Penn State Distinguished Alumni

Oct 6

Global Health Minor Information Session

Oct 7

Behind the Scenes with Thesis Supervisors

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Academic Deadlines

Oct 9

Thesis Check-In for Spring 2027 Graduates

Oct 16

Schreyer Plan Due

Oct 23

Thesis Format Review for Fall 2026 Graduates

Nov 13

Thesis Proposal Due for Fall 2027 Graduates

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The honors women's studies class I'm taking right now is phenomenal. Every day I go to the class is really eye-opening. I don't know if I would have gotten that experience without being in Schreyer.
Tara Golthi ' 20 Media Studies