Recognition for Honors Work Four forms of recognition for honors work are available for those who persue an honors education. When students complete an honors course, their transcripts clearly show it. Thus, the students who have sought a challenging education are readily identified by future employers and by graduate and professional schools. Students completing a senior honors thesis receive the degree and diploma with the designation with distinction . In addition, students in the College of Arts and Sciences will earn a degree with honors in the liberal arts if they successfully complete an Honors Contract.
Some students earn both designations.
Outstanding students are honored by selection to one or more of the major national academic honorary societies. This opportunity is offered in fewer than 10 percent of the nation's colleges and universities. The national honorary societies in all major fields of study have chapters at Ohio State. The outstanding seniors who began their academic studies on a regional campus will qualify for the John Mount Outstanding Senior Award. Scholarships Be sure to check in advance with the Financial Aid Office to complete appropriate forms and meer deadlines.