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

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

Jim Jimirro’s 'Open for Debate' series teaches participants how to disagree better Oct 6, 2026
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

Upcoming Events

Oct 13

Distinguished Honors Faculty Program: Code-switching

Oct 14

Centre County United Way Succulent Sale

Oct 14

Painting with Pat

Oct 15

Tanzania Spring Break Study Info Session

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Academic Deadlines

Oct 16

Schreyer Plan Due

Oct 23

Thesis Format Review for Fall 2026 Graduates

Nov 13

Thesis Proposal Due for Fall 2027 Graduates

Nov 20

Thesis Submission Deadline for Fall 2026 Graduates

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Schreyer gave me a really good resource and community. There’s 300 people in the exact same position I was in. It’s made Penn State a lot smaller and a lot more manageable.
Rucha Bhide ' 18 Industrial Engineering