Prospective Honors Students

The Honors College is home to UTA's highest-achieving students. There is no separate application for incoming first-year students. When you apply for admission to UTA, your application is automatically considered for the Honors College.

Students selected for the Honors College will receive an invitation to join shortly after being admitted to UTA. While admission decisions consider many factors, the Fall 2026 entering Honors class had an average 3.94 high school GPA and 1333 SAT score, reflecting the strong academic achievement of our incoming students.

Students who are not initially invited may have additional opportunities to join the Honors College after enrolling at UTA by demonstrating strong academic performance and engagement within the university community.

Incoming First-Year Students

Students entering the Honors College directly from high school begin with the UTA First-Year Honors Experience, designed to help them build connections, discover opportunities, and establish a strong foundation for success.

During the first year, Honors students complete any combination of three Honors Courses and/or Honors Experiences, three Gateways, and maintain a 3.2 or higher GPA while progressing toward their Honors distinction.

Transfer Students

Transfer students are considered for admission to the Honors College as part of their UTA application. Students who are selected will receive an invitation to join the Honors College after being admitted to the university.

Once enrolled, transfer students have access to the same Honors community, academic opportunities, scholarships, priority registration, and support services available to all Honors students.

Current UTA Students

Current UTA students who demonstrate strong academic achievement may also be eligible to join the Honors College after beginning their studies at UTA. Students interested in joining are encouraged to contact the Honors College to learn more about eligibility and the admission process.