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Incoming First-Year Students

The University Honors Program (UHP) is a rigorous academic program founded in the Jesuit liberal arts tradition. Although most students have a 3.8 or higher GPA, we know that there is a lot more to being an outstanding student than test scores and grades. We look for students who have not just done well academically, but who have demonstrated a commitment to their school, their community, their activities and organizations, or their family. We want students who are motivated not just to do well themselves, but to make the world a better place, and to creating the community of relationships at the heart of honors. 

The deadline to apply for admission Fall 2025 is January 15, 2025.

  • Your admissions application must be complete. A complete application includes 6th semester high school transcripts and standardized test score (if not applying test optional).
  • Have a minimum of a 3.75 GPA on a 4.0 scale (weighted or unweighted) OR a minimum 30 ACT or 1360 SAT composite score.
  • Submit the Honors application and required essay. View application here
  • Application Deadline:  January 15, 2025

Qualified Transfer Students

Applications to the University Honors Program will also be accepted from qualified transfer students to Loyola University. Requirements include a 3.5 cumulative GPA from your previous college or university. Transfer students should keep in mind that full completion of the UHP requires at least 21 semester hours of Honors courses. Interested transfer students should contact the Honors Director to discuss how entering the University Honors Program will affect their degree program, based on eligible transfer credits.

  • Must have a GPA of 3.3 or higher from their current institution.
  • Students must maintain a GPA of 3.3 while a student at Loyola.
  • Students that have been admitted into the university and meet the above requirement will be invited to apply to the Honors Program. The application can be found in your admissions portal.
  • For more information about the Honors Program, please contact Erica Smith at essmith@loyno.edu.

Currently Enrolled Students

Students at Loyola University New Orleans who achieve academic excellence in their first year may apply to enter the Honors Program. A Loyola University GPA of 3.5 is required for consideration, as well as a writing sample and a faculty recommendation. Please contact the Honors Director or Coordinator of Student Services if you are interested in applying to the program and to discuss how entering the University Honors Program will affect your degree program. Because of the number of Honors credits required for successful program completion, it is recommended that the transfer occur by spring of sophomore year.

Please note that the application process below is for currently enrolled students only. .

  • Must have a GPA of 3.3 or higher to be considered for the honors program at Loyola.
  • To apply Please email honors@loyno.edu For more information about the honors program and how it will affect your degree program, or if you wish to apply to the Honors program as a current student of Loyola.