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As a small degree-granting college within Oregon State University, the UHC offers OSU's most prestigious degree, the Honors Baccalaureate Degree in any undergraduate major. The UHC Features:

• Challenging and creative curricula for students of all majors
• Unique honors classes, typically limited to 12 or 20 students
• Courses that complement, not complicate, other course work
• OSU's finest professors, often hand-picked by UHC students
• One-on-one mentoring by faculty members while preparing the Honors Thesis

Introduction to University Honors College

At Oregon State University, the University Honors College is a degree-granting college, one of just a handful in the nation. Students in the UHC work toward an Honors Baccalaureate degree in their academic major. Demand for entrance into the UHC is high and competition keen. We evaluate applicants not only on their academic accomplishments, but also on their level of writing, while considering coursework, extra-curricular activities, and contribution to community. The UHC welcomes students from diverse academic, cultural and geographic backgrounds.

History

The UHC was established in 1995 by the Oregon State Board of Education. It is publicly funded and governed by the Honors College Council appointed by the OSU Faculty Senate. Two UHC students sit on the Council and participate in policy discussions.

Since its beginning, the UHC has graduated hundreds of qualified and capable students. People who go through the UHC experience a strong sense of community and diversity, as well as opportunities that would not otherwise be available.

The future of the UHC is bright. Each year, more students are accepted, and more choose to join. The caliber of students is increasing, and the level of achievement of graduates is growing as the college continues to thrive.