Now Accepting Applications!
Before applying to the University Honors Program:
- Apply to Idaho State University - Students must have applied to ISU before submitting an application to the University Honors Program
- Read detailed information on --> Honors Admission Criteria
- Choose the appropriate application from the selection below
- Read through the application completely, before starting to fill in the application
- Be prepared with the materials and information you need to complete the application
Materials Needed to Apply
Read through the application completely before starting to complete it. You will need to be prepared to provide the following items to submit a complete application:
- A digital copy of your transcripts (unofficial or official)
- A list of any courses or scores that are not included in your transcripts. Include completed, in progress, and future courses, and scores. For example, Dual Credit/Early College courses, AP Exam, SAT or ACT scores.
- A list of or paragraph about your leadership, service, and organizational experiences. For example, membership in clubs, teams, and service events.
- A written Personal Statement (writing prompt is given within the application)
- Name and Email address of person you are requesting to write a Letter of Recommendation for you. It is your responsibility to inform the letter writer of where to send the letter. (Instructions are given within the application)
First Time, First Year Student Application
This application is for recent high school graduates and students who have not previously attended ISU or another university/college (not including Dual Enrollment or Early College courses taken in High School).
- First Year International Students: Please scroll down and apply with the International Student Application.
- Current ISU Students: If you are currently enrolled at ISU, please scroll down and apply with the Late Admittance Application.
- Transfer Students: If you are transferring to ISU from another university/college, please scroll down and apply with the Transfer Student Application.
Priority Admission Deadline: The Priority Admissions application deadline for Fall entry of the 2023-2024 academic year for First Time, First Year Students is December 15, 2022.
Admission with First Year, First Time Honors Scholarships: First Time, First Year Students eligible for Honors Scholarships must apply by June 1 for Fall entry and November 1 for Spring entry of each calendar year. Note: UHP spaces are limited and typically fill by February. We encourage you to apply early!
Applications after June 1/November 1: Applications for Fall/Spring entry are accepted after June 1/November 1, but students will not be eligible for First Time, First Year Honors Scholarships.
If you are having difficulties with the online application, please contact us at honors@isu.edu.
International Student Application
For students who are not a citizen or permanent resident of the United States.
International students may qualify as a First Time, First Year or Transfer Student. Refer to the International Programs Office and the Honors Admission Criteria.
International Student Application Deadline: International students must apply by June 1st of the calendar year for Fall entry and November 1st for Spring entry.
If you are having difficulties with the online application, please contact us at honors@isu.edu.
Late Admittance Application
For students who are currently attending Idaho State University. (Does not include high school students taking Dual Credit courses.)
Late Admit Application Deadline: Late Admit students may apply at any time, but must meet the Late Admit Criteria.
If you are having difficulties with the online application, please contact us at honors@isu.edu.
Transfer Student Application
For students transferring to ISU from another college/university.
International Students: Please scroll up and apply with the International Student Application.
Transfer Application Deadline: Transfer students may apply at any time between applying to and starting at ISU, but must meet the Transfer Student Criteria. If you are a transfer student but have already started taking classes at ISU, you may apply as a Late Admittance student.
If you are having difficulties with the online application, please contact us at honors@isu.edu.