Rising Honors Program

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Unlock your potential with the UAF Rising Honors Program! Are you a high-achieving high school student who is dual enrolled at UAF? Join Rising Honors today and embrace the benefits of the UAF Honors College.

As a Rising Honors Scholar, you have access to stimulating Honors courses, a supportive and close-knit community of motivated peers, and exclusive resources and support from the UAF Honors College! Apply today to get a head start on your Honors education,  prepare for the transition from dual enrollment to college life with confidence, and discover your full potential as a college student.

Eligibility Requirements


Students who meet the following eligibility criteria may apply for the Rising Honors Program:

High school junior or senior
Minimum 3.7 GPA (weighted)
Admitted as dual enrolled student

If you have questions regarding eligibility, please contact our Honors College staff.

 

Graduation Requirements

UAF Rising Scholar
Complete 6 Honors credits
Maintain a 3.5 UAF GPA

UAF Rising Scholar with Distinction
Complete 12 Honors credits
Maintain a 3.5 UAF GPA

UAF Rising Scholar with Highest Distinction
Complete 12 Honors credits
Maintain a 4.0 UAF GPA

Visit the Honors House

Come cook a meal in our kitchen, study in one of our private rooms, print for free, or take a break in our game room. The Honors House is a resource for you while you are on campus!

Meet our students

Check out our Honors College alumni page to see what our graduates have accomplished since they earned their Honors Scholar distinction!

Learn more about Honors graduation requirements

As a Rising Honors Scholar, you will get a head start on Honors graduation requirements, completing up to HALF of your Honors credits prior to enrolling at UAF!