Rising Honors Program

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Unlock your potential with the UAF Rising Honors Program! Are you a high-achieving high school student who is dual enrolled at UAF? Join Rising Honors today and embrace the benefits of the UAF Honors ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈÊÓƵ.

As a Rising Honors Scholar, you have access to stimulating Honors courses, a supportive and close-knit community of motivated peers, and exclusive resources and support from the UAF Honors ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈÊÓƵ! Apply today to get a head start on your Honors education,  prepare for the transition from dual enrollment to college life with confidence, and discover your full potential as a college student.

Eligibility Requirements


Students who meet the following eligibility criteria may apply for the Rising Honors Program:

High school junior or senior
Minimum 3.7 GPA (weighted)
Admitted as dual enrolled student

If you have questions regarding eligibility, please contact our Honors ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈÊÓƵ staff.

Graduation Requirements

UAF Rising Scholar
Complete 6 Honors credits
Maintain a 3.5 UAF GPA

UAF Rising Scholar with Distinction
Complete 12 Honors credits
Maintain a 3.5 UAF GPA

UAF Rising Scholar with Highest Distinction
Complete 12 Honors credits
Maintain a 4.0 UAF GPA

Visit the Honors House

Come cook a meal in our kitchen, study in one of our private rooms, print for free, or take a break in our game room. The Honors House is a resource for you while you are on campus!

Meet our students

Check out our Honors ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈÊÓƵ alumni page to see what our graduates have accomplished since they earned their Honors Scholar distinction!

Learn more about Honors graduation requirements

As a Rising Honors Scholar, you will get a head start on Honors graduation requirements, completing up to HALF of your Honors credits prior to enrolling at UAF!