Shenandoah University Honors Program | First-Year Application Process for Fall 2023
The Shenandoah University (SU) Honors Program is a multidisciplinary honors program for students who are curious, creative, self-motivated, and eager to engage in their education and community. Our Honors Program is open to students with majors in the College of Arts & Sciences, the School of Business, and the School of Nursing.
Not only do SU Honors Program students partake in honors courses that emphasize collaboration, service, and communication, but they will also have the opportunity to develop aspects of the program based on their own interests and goals. By participating in the SU Honors Program you will acquire the tools, knowledge and experiences necessary to make meaningful contributions to your community – whether it be globally, locally, or specific to your life’s work. You will have access to unique courses, exciting experiences and a community of peers and faculty who never stop asking questions and striving for excellence.
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Majors in the College of Arts & Sciences
Majors in the School of Business
Major in the School of Nursing
SU Honors Program – Application Process for Fall 2023
The Office of Admissions works with and processes first-year applicants who wish to be considered for the SU Honors Program. Please contact your Admissions Counselor or the Office of Admissions with any questions you may have about applying to this program. We look forward to working with you!
Join us for an SU Honors Program Virtual Information Session to learn more:
Tuesday, October 11, 2022 – 7:00 p.m. ET
Tuesday, December 6, 2022 – 7:00 p.m. ET
Process for Consideration for the SU Honors Program:
- An incoming first-year applicant submits a First-Year application for admission to Shenandoah to one of the majors in the College of Arts & Sciences, the School of Business, or the School of Nursing.
- SU first-year applicant reviews information about the SU Honors program and determines if they are interested in applying to the SU Honors Program. Applicants can email the SU Honors Program director with any questions specific to the program: Dr. Laurel Rodgers at lrodgers2@su.edu.
- Interested applicants will complete and submit the additional required supplemental application and materials for the SU Honors Program application:
The Fall 2023 SU Honors Program application will be available September 30, 2022.
Required Letter of Recommendation from a high school teacher
Two Required Honors Essays: the essays will be focused on the applicant’s academic experience and creativity. Each essay should be a maximum of 300 words.
Essay 1: What class most influenced your high school education and why?
Essay 2: Choose one of the following two essay options.
Option A: You need to hide a body. Why do you need to hide a body and who would you ask to help?
Option B:If you wanted people to understand you, what would you give them to read, watch, and
listen to. Explain each choice.
Interview with the SU Honors Faculty
AFTER submission and review of the SU Honors Program application and materials, the student will be invited to campus to complete an interview with the SU Honors Program faculty.
The interview will be part of a SU Honors Shadow and Interview Day. The student will spend the morning shadowing a current SU Honors student, have lunch and then complete their interview with the faculty.
All information regarding SU Honors Program consideration will be provided via the student’s email address provided in the application.
Application & Material Submission Deadlines
Interested students should apply to the SU Honors Program, they will be notified VIA EMAIL how to submit the required supplemental documentation and register for the required interview.
Students are strongly encouraged to apply and submit their application materials prior to completing any supplemental requirements. The supplemental honors application materials will not be reviewed until your Shenandoah University admission application materials are complete.
NOTE BELOW, the FINAL FIRM DEADLINE of February 6 for ALL application materials.
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On-Campus Interview Date |
DEADLINE: Required essays submitted by |
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Friday, November 11, 2022 |
Monday, October 31, 2022 |
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Friday, December 2, 2022 |
Monday, November 17, 2022 |
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Friday, January 6, 2023 (virtual only) |
Monday, December 19, 2022 |
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Friday, January 27, 2023 |
Monday, January 16, 2023 |
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Friday, February 17, 2023 |
Monday, February 6, 2023 |
After successful submission and completion of all required supplemental materials, and SU Honors faculty consideration, applicants may be offered a placement in the SU Honors program.
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