Academics


Download a .pdf of the Dean's Scholars Honors Program Brochure
Deans’ Scholars can earn honors degrees in any of the majors offered in the College of Natural Sciences, but every Dean’s Scholars Honors degree plan includes the following:

  • An Introduction to Research Methods course
  • Interdisciplinary seminars developed specifically for Dean’s Scholars
  • A Technical Writing course
  • Each student must take 6 honors-level courses from at least 4 math and science disciplines
  • Hands on research and a written honors thesis
  • At least 30 hours of elective hours chosen by the student under the guidance of a faculty advisor
Each major has its own specific set of requirements as well. Click on the links below for a detailed explanation of how the majors' incorporate Dean's Scholars into their degree program. For the details on majors that aren't listed, contact those departments or the Dean's Scholars program coordinator.