Priority Registration
You’ll be first in your class to register for courses each semester. Incoming first-year students are enrolled in 2-3 preferred courses as early as May!
Global Honors
Unmatched by any other honors program in the nation, Honors Carolina’s commitment to global study opens up the world to you.
Faculty-led coursework and internships in London, Cape Town, Beijing, Singapore, Florence, Barcelona, Washington, D.C., and more — plus summer fellowships worldwide.
Hands-On Learning
With over 200 to choose from annually, you’ll enjoy a variety of honors courses designed as small, collaborative learning environments led by award-winning faculty.
Dedicated Advisors
Honors Carolina Thrive Advisors offer guidance and support to ensure you get the most out of your undergraduate career. They’ll help you understand relevant requirements, policies, procedures, and how to access campus support systems.
Community + Events
From an August kick-off brunch at the Alumni Center to private showings at the Morehead Planetarium, game nights, movie screenings, and catered dinners with faculty and alumni guests, members of Honors Carolina always find time to enjoy each other’s company.
Experiential Learning
You’ll find Honors Carolina students in the lab, on stage, in the archives, and in the art studio. Original research, design, and performance are hallmarks of the undergraduate experience — often in tandem with faculty who help make Carolina a top-5 national research university.
Personalized Coaching
Imagine having a personal coach in your corner to help you think through academic and professional goals, plan for post-graduate success, and connect the dots between major and career. That’s exactly what our Honors Carolina Coaches can do for you!
Engaged Alumni Network
Honors Carolina alumni span the globe. And they love supporting current students through internships, programming, sponsored projects, job shadowing, and online networking.
Designated Housing
During your first year, you may opt to live with other new honors students in the Honors Carolina First Year Residential Community. Meet new friends. Form study groups. Attend special events.
Located in Cobb Residence Hall.
Professional Support Staff
Our team of academic professionals is dedicated to helping you find your niche and thrive. Find us in Graham Memorial, home base for Honors Carolina.
Honors Carolina Laureate
Graduation comes with something extra — the Honors Carolina Laureate, which signifies excellence in baccalaureate studies and a commitment to intellectual pursuits.
The Honors Carolina Community
Enjoy all the perks of being a Carolina student, plus the added advantage of making connections with a small group of peers who share your passion for learning.
The Company You Keep
- Average High School Class Rank: Top 6%
- Average SAT Score: 1444
