Application

Prospective freshmen students must apply to the University prior to accessing the Honors Program application. Application to the University is available at http://admissions.unl.edu/apply/index.aspx. The Honors Program application can be accessed at MyRED once the student has received the NU ID by e-mail from the Admissions Office (usually within one business day). Recommendation forms in support of your application to be submitted by teachers or counselors are available here. We encourage students to apply by the Early Notification Deadline.

For first-year students*: Application received by: Notification by:
Early notification deadline: November 15, 2012 December 23, 2012
Final application deadline: March 1, 2013 April 1, 2013

 

Transfer and on-campus applications are reviewed at the end of the semester in which they are submitted to allow receipt
of the most recent grades. That application can be accessed at http://admissions.unl.edu/applications/transferhonors-app.pdf

Most successful candidates for the University Honors Program present one or more of the following credentials:

  • ACT composite of 30 or above or combined SAT of 1300
  • High school class rank in the top 10%
  • A demonstrated commitment to academic and intellectual pursuits
  • Evidence of engagement in school and community activities
  • Transfer/On-Campus applicants must have a minimum 3.50 college GPA