Honors College

The Honors College at Rutgers University-Newark

Is a program for high-achieving, undergraduate students eager to challenge themselves. We are committed to ensuring students have the support they need to excel in their undergraduate careers and in preparation for their next steps.

Honors College Golden Graduation Cords

Our Mission

Inclusive excellence in higher education is the mission of the Honors College at Rutgers University-Newark.  Our expansive interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum cultivates curiosity and fosters an environment for creativity and discovery, while nurturing a sense of engaged citizenry and community. 

Curiosity

Explore probing questions with faculty across disciplines to learn more about what most sparks your curiosity!

Honors College Cord Ceremony

Creativity

Create a student-designed, faculty-mentored Senior Thesis to investigate your most enduring questions and display your findings at Research Week in the spring! 

Research Week Student Showcase

Discovery

Engage in hands-on learning in labs and attend community events to broaden your horizons and discover something new about the world! 

HCAC Annual Mentor Dinner

Excellence

Collaborate with a team of academic, honors, and thesis advisors, in addition to alumni mentors who are here to support your pursuit of excellence!  

HC DeanMattis StefonHarris 50thAnniv Sept2022
Honors College Cord Ceremony
Research Week Student Showcase
HCAC Annual Mentor Dinner
HC DeanMattis StefonHarris 50thAnniv Sept2022

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