Honors Carolina Laureate

Students who complete all requirements in the Honors Carolina program graduate with an Honors Carolina Laureate, which appears on their official transcript.


The Honors Carolina Laureate is a prestigious honor that signifies students’ commitment to excellence and outstanding achievement in baccalaureate studies.  In addition, employers and admissions directors report more favorable attitudes, and are more likely to hire/admit UNC alumni who have an Honors Carolina Laureate.

Honors Carolina Laureates are exceptionally successful in their future endeavors.  Between 2017-2019, between 77 and 83% of Honors Laureate graduates pursuing graduate education have been admitted to outstanding programs across the world.  Between 70 to 85% looking for full-time employment have been hired across over 50 industries internationally, with the majority of Honors Carolina students receiving multiple job offers.