Honors students benefit from a distinctive curriculum that challenges and inspires, including opportunities for interdisciplinary studies, peer support, community engagement, and research or creative projects. With a focus on critical thinking, curiosity, and innovation, the Honors Program prepares students for success during their university years and beyond.
In addition to academic enrichment, Honors students enjoy benefits such as priority registration, access to a supportive community of peers and faculty, and recognition at graduation. Whether you join as a University Honors Scholar or Honors Scholar, our program fosters a sense of purpose, connection, and growth, empowering you to make a meaningful impact.
Join us in the pursuit of knowledge, collaboration, and excellence. At ATU Honors, your journey is just the beginning.
Explore everything you need to know about joining the Arkansas Tech University Honors Program. Whether you’re an incoming freshman applying to be a University Honors Scholar or a current or transfer student interested in the Honors Scholar pathway, these links will guide you through eligibility, applications, and curriculum details for the program that fits you.
Welcome to the University Honors Program at Arkansas Tech University.
Here, we believe that curiosity, integrity, and creativity are the foundation of academic excellence. The Honors experience at ATU is designed for students who want to go beyond the expected-to ask bold questions, explore complex ideas, and engage deeply with the world around them.
In our community, you will find faculty who challenge and support you, peers who inspire and collaborate with you, and opportunities that prepare you to lead with purpose in any field. From innovative coursework to undergraduate research, study abroad, and service, every aspect of the program is designed to help you grow as a scholar and as a person.
I invite you to learn more about what it means to be an Honors student at ATU-a student
who learns not just for a degree, but for a lifetime of meaningful impact.
Dr. Jamie Stacy
Director, University Honors Program
Arkansas Tech University
The Honors Council is responsible for the ongoing development, evaluation, and revision of the policies, procedures, and curriculum governing the Honors Program. In addition, the Council oversees the review and selection of Honors applicants, considers matters related to student standing and continuation within the program, and advises on strategic initiatives to support the continued growth and excellence of the Honors experience.
The Honors Student Council (HSC) is where Honors students come together to lead, serve, and make an impact. Representing the voices of the University Honors community, HSC builds connections across campus, shares ideas with program leadership, and helps shape the Honors experience for all students. Through social events, service projects, and student-led initiatives, the Council creates meaningful opportunities to engage, grow, and celebrate what it means to be an Honors student at Arkansas Tech University.
University Honors Program
Dean Hall Room 201
Russellville, Arkansas 72801
Phone: (479)-880-4046
Email: honors@atu.edu
Your gift helps Arkansas Tech University Honors students access transformative learning experiences, including small, discussion-based classes, research opportunities, and leadership programs. Invest in curiosity, innovation, and academic excellence—help our scholars thrive today and make an impact tomorrow.
