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Overview for Prospective First-Time Freshmen

We are delighted that you and your family are interested in the Honors College at the University of Maryland.  The college application process is an exciting journey that requires informed decision making.  You have many options to explore as you look for a college that best fits your academic and social needs as well as a place that will most prepare you for opportunities beyond the bachelor’s.

The Honors College at Maryland invites curious students to tackle complex issues of our world through innovative teaching and engaging local and global experiences among an international and nationally diverse population within several smaller living and learning communities!  Honors students have exclusive access to more than 400 academic courses taught by top campus faculty and field experts.  The academics and the connections to faculty are the great benefits of our small learning communities and preeminent research facilities here at the University of Maryland, College Park.

Choosing a college is a complicated process but it does not have to be overwhelming.  We respect your need to know and welcome your inquiries. For further information or questions about the Honors College, please explore the links below or contact Traci Dula, Associate Director and Admission Coordinator in the Honors College.

Admission
Information on admission to the Honors College for first-time freshmen
Spend a Day with an Honors Student
Current high school students can visit the Honors College with a current Honors student

Student Profiles
Meet some of our incredible Honors students

FAQs
Visit our Prospective Student Frequently Asked Questions page

Honors College Overview
Learn more about the Honors College
Honors College Living-Learning Programs
Explore the Honors College's Living-Learning programs