Honors in Psychology is a year-long program for students in their final year at Northwestern. The program consists of two components. The first is completion of a year-long, empirical research project and a written final report, which typically takes the form of an APA style paper. The second component is mandatory participation in the Honors Seminar, which will meet during one or more quarters next year. In the seminar, we will discuss research ideas, and each student will make a presentation about his or her project.
Honors is a great opportunity to explore a topic in detail and work closely with a professor.
It is also an excellent chance to spend time with other outstanding students. Consequently, before applying, please consider very seriously whether you will have the time and the desire to complete a project of this magnitude. It is very difficult for everyone if you begin the program and then stop in the middle. We expect that all students who elect to participate will work very hard to see the project through to completion. Regardless of whether you complete an honors project in Psychology, you ll be listed as a top-achieving student by Weinberg College if your GPA is high enough.