Prospective Students

The University Scholars B.A. offers high-achieving students the opportunity to design a personalized, interdisciplinary degree plan in close collaboration with faculty mentors, preparing them for success in graduate study and a wide range of careers.

Meet our current University Scholar mentors. See examples of the areas of study they are pursuing at Baylor.

Learn more about how to apply to each of the Honors College's academic offerings.

The Baylor Honors College annually awards nearly $1 million in endowed scholarships to incoming and current students who participate in one or more of the College's academic opportunities.

The Honors Residential College (HRC) at Baylor University is a multi‑year, living‑learning community for students enrolled in an Honors College program, offering integrated academic enrichment, spiritual formation, faculty mentorship, service and social traditions, housed in Alexander and Memorial Halls

FAQs for prospective University Scholars, covering program enrollment requirements, secondary majors/minors, curriculum prerequisites (such as chapel and religious studies), concentration options, and residential expectations.

Discover how to connect with the Honors College.