Honors Program
The Honors Program at Northern Michigan University provides academically talented students with a four-year series of interdisciplinary and department-based courses designed to complement the student’s undergraduate degree, regardless of major field.
Elevate Your Experience with NMU Honors
The Northern Michigan University Honors Program is an enriched academic path that replaces most general education and graduation requirements with specialized, high-impact courses. While not a standalone major, the Honors Program enhances any major by offering small class sizes, personalized faculty attention, and exclusive collaborative research opportunities.
Custom Academic Track: Substitutes standard university-wide graduation requirements with specialized Honors courses.
Small Class Sizes: Ensures individual attention, interactive discussions, and direct mentorship from NMU faculty.
Research Opportunities: Provides early access to independent and collaborative research projects alongside professors.
Transcript Recognition: Earn official Honors designations printed directly on your official university transcript upon graduation.
Beyond the Classroom: Experiential Learning and High Impact Practices
The NMU Honors Program extends beyond rigorous coursework, emphasizing hands-on experiences, global learning, and professional development. NMU Honors students are encouraged to build an impactful academic resume through high-level opportunities, including:
Global & Cultural Experience: Study abroad programs and second-language acquisition.
Undergraduate Research: Independent research, laboratory work, and collaborative faculty projects.
Professional Growth: Attend academic conferences, present findings, and publish scholarly work.
Sonny Pilto '24
"The stellar Honors faculty and staff always let me be my true and honest self while pushing me to advance myself academically. I had the deepest conversations and the most rambunctious, full belly laughs in the Honors Program classes."
Gracie Wtt '24
"I love having the option to take unique courses, like the Harry Potter and the Social Sciences class! I also appreciate the friends I've made through the program, starting with my first Honors class freshman year, and having many of the same friends in my other Honors classes through the years.”
Honors Student Organization
The Honors Student Organization (HSO) is the student-led heart of the NMU Honors Program. HSO connects high-achieving Northern Michigan University students through campus leadership, community involvement, global exploration, and academic excellence.
Honors Student Handbook
The Honors Program Student Handbook is your ultimate, all-in-one guide to navigating Honors at NMU. Whether you need details on designation requirements, info on student organizations, or answers to frequently asked questions, everything you need to succeed is right at your fingertips!