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Benefits of an Honors Thesis

  • GE Credit: Together with HONRS 320, HONRS 499R (Honors Thesis) is certified to meet the University GE Advanced Writing & Oral Communication requirement;
  • Provides a bridge between academic work and professional work in the field;
  • Develops independence as a self-motivated individual who can manage and complete a non-structured project;
  • Develops self-knowledge and personal resources;
  • Provides hands-on preparation for graduate study or employment;
  • Provides tangible evidence for graduate schools and potential employers of a students’ skills and abilities;
  • Builds mentoring relationships with skilled faculty.