If a student does not meet the initial or transfer requirements but has a desire to join the program she must submit three letters of recommendation, a statement of why she wants to join, and meet with the Director of the Honors Program. Transfer and current students may join if they have a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or above. Academic departments have additional requirements for fulfilling honors programs, which allow a student to graduate with honors in her major field. Your AAC adviser works closely with your athletics academic counselor to provide you academic assistance and support. Ethnic, Minority, and Religious Opportunities Several centers offer programs, resources, and a place to socialize for members of ethnic, minority, and religious groups.
Religious faiths represented in the Iowa City community include most major denominations.
Campus ministers work ecumenically through the Association of Campus Ministers, and a number of denominations maintain student centers near campus. There are more than 300 recognized student organizations on campus. They reflect a wide range of interest - recreational, social, cultural, political, and religious. Programs and events focus on academic and personal needs, and on introducing students to campus and community resources. It also assists faculty and student who seek grants or fellowships for study or research with an international perspective.