Incoming First-Year Students
Once accepted to UNCP, incoming first-year students are automatically considered for membership in the Maynor Honors College. Selected students will receive an invitation. Incoming first-year students who do not receive an invitation but would like to be considered for admission should complete the application below.
Those invited to join the honors college will also be automatically eligible for merit scholarships. To be most competitive for these awards, students should apply to UNCP as early as possible.
Transfer Students
Transfer students are welcome to apply by completing the application below. Transfer students should have a 3.5 GPA in 12 or more hours of college-level work. Honors transfer credit may apply for transfer students who are members of honors programs at other institutions. Please contact the Dean of the Honors College for more information.
Current Students
Current UNCP students who have a 3.5 GPA or higher in 12 or more hours of college-level work are encouraged to apply to the honors college using the application below. Freshmen who apply during their first semester of course work should adhere to the requirements for first-year students.
Application Procedure
The Honors College invites applications from new and continuing students throughout the academic year. Students should:
- Apply for admission to UNCP and have been notified of their acceptance by the Office of Admissions.
- Submit a Maynor Honors College Admission Application.
Honors Application Deadlines:
- October 15
- February 15 (application portal closed until January 15)
- March 15
- April 15
Additional applications may be fielded on a case-by-case basis. Honors applications for fall will not be accepted after June 1st unless otherwise stated.
Students will receive notification letters regarding application status shortly following each deadline. Additional information regarding honors housing and registration for honors classes will also be disseminated at that point.