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 puts political science studies into practice in Harrisburg Sep 15, 2026
Who gets the kidney? AI chatbots do not make the same moral choices humans do Sep 14, 2026
Presidential Leadership Academy to host 'Open for Debate: Disagree Better' Sep 9, 2026
Kleppinger intern gains firsthand experience in Pennsylvania public policy Sep 4, 2026

Upcoming Events

Sep 16

Distinguished Honors Faculty Program: Addressing the challenges in healthcare

Sep 16

Employer Visit: Susquehanna Game Night and Networking

Sep 17

Employer Visit: Bates White Info Session and Case Interviewing Prep

Sep 17

Tanzania Spring Break Study Info Session

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Academic Deadlines

Sep 18

Honors Option Deadline

Sep 30

Priority Registration Opens

Oct 9

Thesis Check-In for Spring 2027 Graduates

Oct 16

Schreyer Plan Due

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My favorite part of Schreyer is all the connections I've established and made. I've met so many awesome people. I feel like I fit in here.
Blake Greenspan ' 22 Premedicine, Political Science