The UF Honors Program is a comprehensive undergraduate experience
It is divided into three Milestones students must meet to move forward in the program and earn their Honors Program Medallion. At every level of the program, we provide tailored advising, opportunities for community-building and interdisciplinary engagement.
700+
New honors students per year
UF admits fewer than 2,000 first-year students to Honors annually to yield an incoming class of 700–725.
16,000+
Applications received in 2024
Competition for a place in the UF Honors Program continues to grow each year.
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Pathways to join Honors
First-year, lateral (sophomore), and select transfer students from partner state colleges.
Apply through the UF Common Application, prospective Honors students should complete the additional Honors essay as indicated in the application
Rising sophomores and transfer students are eligible to join the Honors Program.
Stamps Scholars and John V. Lombardi Scholarship are part of the Preeminent Scholars Program at the University of Florida.
First-Year Honors Student
FHP admissions decisions are determined by the UF Office of Admissions. Questions about University admissions or Honors admissions should be directed to the Office of Admissions.
The University Research Scholars Program (URSP) is coordinated by the Center for Undergraduate Research, and questions about this program should be directed to their office.
Lateral and Transfer Student
Lateral and transfer admissions decisions are determined by the Honors Program faculty. Learn more about our lateral entry process, as well as our transfer process with select state college system partners.
Still have questions?
Browse our frequently asked questions, attend an informational session, or reach out to an Honors Luminary who's studying in your field of interest.
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