Why Honors?
What are the benefits of an Honors College education?
The advantages are numerous, from small class sizes to exclusive scholarships. When it comes down to it, the Honors College can help you make the most of your college experience, by providing you with additional mentorship, additional resources, and additional opportunities.
But don't take our word for it. Ask current members of the Honors College community why they chose the Honors College at the College of Charleston:
Ronit Pathak
“The professors showed a personal interest in me. They made me realize that the College is a place where my input would be valued and where I can make a difference.”
A global health changemaker
Syd Jackson
“I’m nothing but ecstatic about my decision. Honestly, I can’t see myself being anywhere else.”
A superstar state department intern
Aidan Riordan
“None of this would have been possible without the support I received at the College of Charleston Honors College.”
An algorithmic problem-solver
I feel like the Honors College is a community. I've met so many great friends in the Honors College, and they have been immensely helpful in my studies.
Griffin Keeffe, finance and political science double-major
Meeting older Honors College students and hearing their experiences and how to navigate my way through specific classes (has been incredibly valuable).
Meghan Waugh, special education major
I've had the opportunity to take many interesting multidisciplinary courses as an honors student…and they have all changed the way I view the world.
Madeline Breiling, mathematics major