Vanderbilt Home Special Programs Honors Programs Honors programs allow selected undergraduate students to develop individually through independent study and research. Individual honors programs are described in the Courses of Study chapter.
Formal admission is by election of the department concerned.
Once admitted, candidates remain in the program only if they maintain a 3.2 or higher grade average. Accepted candidates normally begin honors study in the junior year, but exceptions may be made for outstanding seniors. Honors students are usually exempt from some junior and senior class work in their major field in order to devote more time than other students to research, independent study, and graduate level courses. A comprehensive examination or written research report is required. Successful candidates are awarded Honors in their area of interest.