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Why Honors?

Immerse yourself in our globally inspired community, where curiosity is not just celebrated but cultivated. The Honors College provides a launchpad for your ambitions, offering diverse perspectives, hands-on experiences, incredible cultural enrichment opportunities and a supportive home to help you realize your fullest potential.

When Juanna John (left) and other Honors College students weren’t conducting research while studying abroad this summer, they were visiting landmarks such as Notre-Dame de Paris (right) or making lots of other memories.

International Research Excellence Is Top Priority

The Honors College Dean, Dr. Donal Skinner, is aiming high in his dream for UT Dallas: “I want this to become the No. 1 destination in the United States for meaningful, high impact undergrad research experiences.” Trips to four European countries this summer went a long way toward achieving that goal.

Why International Research Is Such an Experience

So Many Stories To Tell from a Warm Summer in England

In Students’ View, Scotland Is Worthy of High Praise

After Initial Challenges, Studying in France Was a Kick

Fast Friendship, Quick Thinking Created Germany Trip


Academic Programs

Established in 2014, the Hobson Wildenthal Honors College houses multiple programs dedicated to promoting excellence in undergraduate education.

“Choosing UTD has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. The Honors College has opened up so many doors for me. … It’s been nothing short of amazing.” Watch the video

Sneha Sharma
Neuroscience

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News & Events

Young Alumna Supports Students, Honors Mentor’s Impact

Veda Tsai, who graduated in 2022, honors professor who steered her to UT Dallas by funding three $1,500 scholarships in the name of Dr. Edward J. Harpham, inaugural dean of the Hobson Wildenthal Honors College.

Mari Hernandez, Natalia Camacho and Alexis Carranza

How a Family Wears UT Dallas, Terry Scholars® Pride

Mari Hernandez, Natalia Camacho and Alexis Carranza (pictured, from left) are part of the same extended family, but that tells only a small part of their connection. Their influence on each other and their devotion to UT Dallas are a one-of-a-kind story.

Cambridge entrance

Cambridge Will Be Study in Contrast for 3 Graduates

Three Honors College graduates will experience porters, punting, some very old architecture, a very different class format and so much more when they begin their studies at the University of Cambridge in October.

Speech Team’s Elangovan Earns All-American Status

Sneha Elangovan had dreamed of making the quarterfinals of the national speech tournament. Then she made it in not one but two events and also was named to the All-American Speech team. Teammate Tyler Crivella also was a quarterfinalist.

Study Abroad Discoveries Venture Beyond Research

Students conducted interesting research on their trips to Scotland and Germany. But there also was a lot to learn about life overseas.“I think that time abroad has made me believe in the capacity for good that humanity has,” one student said.

Fountains bubble in the reflecting pools flanked by towering magnolia trees.

Did You Know?

87%

Graduation Rate
in 4 years
(93% in 6 Years)

82%

Acceptance into Medical Professional Programs (100% Law)

34/1510

Average ACT and SAT Scores

850

National Merit Scholars