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Welcome to the Schreyer Honors College
Small Honors College, Large University Why Schreyer
Live with Schreyer
In honors housing, you will be challenged and supported by a community of peers who are just excited about learning as you are.
Support Your Education
All first-year entry Scholars receive a $5,000 Academic Excellence Scholarship per year. Schreyer also has a dedicated financial aid specialist to discuss your specific needs.
Fund Your Experiences
Schreyer Scholars have access to more than $2 million in exclusive grants and scholarships for travel, research, internships, financial need, and more.
Accelerate Your Orientation
Schreyer has a unique first-year experience, including an exciting two-day event before classes begin and a semester-long peer-led course. You will quickly find your community and learn the skills needed to succeed.
Start Here, Go Anywhere
Graduating with honors from Penn State opens up a world of opportunity — from top-tier graduate schools and leadership positions in commerce and industry to some of the most esteemed public service organizations.
Elevate Your Network
In Schreyer, you have access to a distinctive community of 17,000+ Scholar alumni who graduated with honors and are some of the University's most accomplished alumni.
Here, you will discover more.
With small classes and 1:1 faculty connection through your research or creative thesis, you will experience in-depth discussions and individualized learning. You will be challenged. Surrounded by peers and mentors who will inspire you to go further. Your curiosity will drive your journey. And we'll be here to support you all along the way.
Honors Courses & Priority Scheduling
Penn State offers 250+ honors courses that span the academic spectrum and typically enroll no more than 25 students. As a Scholar, you have the benefit of priority scheduling, which gives you a lot of flexibility in choosing your courses.
Research & Creative Thesis
Every Scholar has the experience of completing a research or creative thesis, which affords a unique opportunity for individual faculty mentoring and deep exploration of a topic that matters to you.
Fellowships & Awards
Scholars are highly competitive for many major global and national awards, which provide incredible funding and study opportunities. Each year, Scholars receive awards such as Fulbright U.S. Study Awards, Goldwater, Astronaut, Marshal, and Churchill Scholarships.
Here, you will experience more.
You are here to follow your interests, find what resonates, and expand your worldview. We have dedicated staff to support you and help you align your experiences with your goals.
Global Opportunities
About 40% of Scholars study abroad across more than 50 countries. Scholars have access to signature travel programs as well as the hundreds of programs offered at Penn State.
Career-Building Internships
In Schreyer, you have access to a dedicated career development office and customized programming. You can make an appointment with Schreyer's career advisor or attend a workshop for guidance in preparing for your future.
Signature Programs
Schreyer has several special lectures each year as well as a variety of smaller programming designed to connect Scholars with faculty, special visitors, corporate leaders, alumni, and more.
Here, you will do more.
We emphasize what happens outside of the classroom as well as what happens in it. As a Scholar, you are encouraged to make the most of your time here — discover new interests, volunteer, learn, create, and lead. As a Penn Stater, you have access to explore almost anything you can imagine.
Leadership Opportunities
You can find Scholars building their leadership skills on the executive boards for many student councils and governments, philanthropic organizations, and University-affiliated groups.
Community Involvement & Service
From THON, Penn State's 46-hour dance marathon to fight against pediatric cancer, to Global Water Brigades and Habitat for Humanity, Scholars volunteer and serve locally, nationally, and around the world.
Student Organizations
Penn State has 1,000+ student organizations to explore, including professional honors societies, fraternities and sororities, major-related clubs, organizations focused on dance, music, games, religion and spirituality, culture, physical activity, and many more.
Athletics
Scholars can be found competing on Penn State's NCAA teams as well as on more than a dozen intramural and club teams, including tennis, volleyball, and cross-country.
Performing Arts
Scholars can be found in a variety performing arts groups such as the Penn State Thespians, the Orchesis Dance Company, the Penn State Philharmonic Orchestra, Essence of Joy, the Glee Club, and Blue Band.
You won't believe what you get to do here Meet Our Scholars & Scholar Alumni
Emma Khoury
Jake Snyder
Victoria Vanriele
Autumn & Quinn Deitrick
Gopal Jayakar
Alayna Kennedy
Ready to do more? Next Steps
Attend an Accepted Student Event
The best way to get to know Schreyer is to come see us on campus for an Accepted Student Event! You can also see what it's like to be a Schreyer Scholar by visiting our Instagram and YouTube channels. Get to know some of our Scholar alumni by listening to our podcast, Following the Gong on your favorite podcast platform.
Attend an Accepted Student EventAccept Your Offers
Ready to become a Schreyer Scholar and a Nittany Lion? If you haven't done so already, accept both your Penn State and Schreyer Honors College offers!
Accept Schreyer Offer Accept Penn State OfferComplete Housing & Food Contract
Select South Halls and choose Schreyer Honors College under the Living Learning Community Preference section when completing your Housing & Food Service contract before May 15 to join our vibrant community. From peer and staff support to community-building events, our honors housing has so much to offer in a location that can't be beat!
Complete Your Contract Explore Honors HousingGet Oriented
We have designed a welcoming and inclusive orientation journey for all new Scholars. Schedule your New Student Orientation (NSO) at Penn State over the summer, make plans to attend Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME) right before classes begin, and sign up for our Foundations of Scholar Success (LA 197) course in the fall.
New Scholar Orientation Experiences