Apply to the Honors College at GCU

Interested in becoming a part of the Honors College at Grand Canyon University? Join our community of scholars and take advantage of all that the Honors College has to offer. Before applying, make sure to review the criteria, application materials and expectations of an honors student. We hope you take advantage of this unique opportunity to become a part of a group of fellow servant leaders and scholars.


Joining the Honors College

All students must submit an application prior to completing 36 college credits. Incoming freshmen should check their GCU Student Portal to determine if they meet automatic eligibility for the Honors College. External transfer students with a 3.5 college GPA who are currently enrolled in a college-level honors program or Phi Theta Kappa are eligible to waive the secondary honors application. Email [email protected] for more information.

Deadline to Apply

Aug. 1 for fall terms
Dec. 1 for spring terms

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Admission

Admission to the Honors College is based on the number of qualified applicants each year as well as each individual student’s unique qualifications. All applications are reviewed holistically to ensure that your individual skills and achievements are taken into consideration.

Criteria for Internal Transfers

If you are a current GCU student, you can join the Honors College as an internal transfer. You must have a 3.5 GCU GPA and apply prior to completing 36 college credits.

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Materials

Submit the following materials as part of your application to the Honors College:

Program Requirements

As an Honors College student, you are required to meet certain criteria in order to participate in the program. These requirements help ensure that you receive the most out of your Honors College experience, including an enriched curriculum and unique symposia.


Honors Courses

You will complete 28 credits of honors coursework during your time at GCU. Please view our complete list of honors courses in each major to learn more. Students should make sure that they are scheduled for these courses as 'honors credit' (HN).

View Honors Course Catalog

Honors general education options include:

  • HUM-109HN: Knowledge and Technology in the Humanities
  • CWV-106HN: Christianity: Story, Theology and Mission
  • HUM-201HN: Intersections Between the Humanities & the Sciences
  • COM-2111HN: Honors Public Speaking