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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$7.7M+ in grants and scholarships awarded to Scholars

300 incoming first-year 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

Kleppinger intern gains firsthand experience in Pennsylvania public policy Sep 4, 2026
Penn State Forum kicks off fall 2026 speaker series with historian Liz Covart Sep 3, 2026
Penn State student puts policy, communications skills to work in Washington Sep 1, 2026
Chapel Intern puts global perspective to work in corporate citizenship Aug 27, 2026

Upcoming Events

Sep 8

First Year Scholar Academic Chat

Sep 9

Second-Year Scholar Academic Chat

Sep 10

Third-Year Scholar Academic Chat

Sep 10

Schreyer Alumni Connect: City Series (6 cities!)

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Academic Deadlines

Sep 14

Schreyer Plan Due

Sep 15

Graduation Activation

Sep 18

Honors Option Deadline

Sep 30

Priority Registration Opens

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The Schreyer Honors College allows its students to reach their full potential and challenges them to be even better. More importantly, when we achieve our dreams, we have a fantastic community behind us that wants to celebrate our accomplishments along with us.
Alison Roby ' 18 Bioengineering