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Change is never easy, and we know this is a challenging time as you navigate recent announcements affecting programs and operations at Oakland City University. We want you to know that your educational journey doesn’t have to pause.

At the University of Southern Indiana, we are fully committed to helping you transition seamlessly so you can stay on track with your education journey. We’ve designed this dedicated page specifically for you to explore our programs, access resources, learn about credit transfers and continue your education with minimal interruption.

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Honors Program Eligibility & Requirements

Program Eligibility

If you meet the following criteria, we encourage you to apply to the Honors Program! Students from all majors are welcome.

Incoming Freshmen

  • High school GPA of 3.5 or higher

  • Students with a GPA close to 3.5 are also encouraged to apply and may be granted conditional admittance

Transfer Students and Current USI Students

  • Completion of at least 15 credit hours (at USI or another institution)

  • Cumulative GPA of 3.4 or higher

  • If you’ve taken Honors courses at another college or university, your Honors credits may transfer. Please email the Honors Program to inquire!

Program Requirements

To earn the University Honors Scholar Diploma and complete the Honors Program, students must meet the following requirements:

Honors Coursework

  • Take 7 classes for Honors credit, including:

    • One Honors Seminar class

    • One Honors Capstone contract, added to a 300- or 400-level course in your major or minor

      • Biology majors must contract an additional 300- or 400-level course in the major (not the synthesis class)

  • Earn a grade of A or B in each Honors course to receive Honors credit

GPA Requirement

  • Students must maintain a 3.4 cumulative GPA

  • If GPA falls below the minimum:

    • Student is placed on probation for one semester

    • If GPA is not raised to the minimum by the end of that semester, the student will be dismissed from the program

Honors Activity Requirement

  • Students must earn 3 activity points each semester

    • If a student earns fewer than 3 points, they will be placed on points probation

    • While on probation, students must earn 4 activity points the next semester

    • Failure to do so will result in dismissal from the program

Additional Questions?

Contact us for more information at 812-464-1833 or honorsprogram@usi.edu.

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(812) 464-1833