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
*** If you are having difficulties with the online application, please contact us at honors@isu.edu.
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 digital copy of a one-page (single-spaced) personal statement explaining who you are and how the University Honors Program (UHP) fits into your future. Some guiding prompts include: What motivates you to join our program? How does being part of an Honors community appeal to you and why? How will your participation in UHP help you achieve your goals?
Other notes: If your GPA or test scores are below the stated minimums, please address that in your personal statement.
We will consider both the content of the statement, and the writing quality and style. - Name and Email address of the person you are requesting to write a Letter of Recommendation for you. It is your responsibility to inform the letter writer to email the letter to honors@isu.edu with your name in the subject line.
All Seats for the 2024/2025 Academic Year Have Been Filled
All of the Fall 2024/Spring 2025 seats in the Honors Program have been filled. We are not accepting new UHP students for the Spring 2025 semester.
We are currently accepting applications for seats in the 2025/2026 academic year (students starting in Fall 2025).
Application Types
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 (excluding Dual Enrollment or Early College courses taken in High School).
First Time, First Year Students are eligible for the Honors Scholarship Package.
International Students: Please apply with the International Student Application.
Priority Admission Deadline: The Priority Admissions application deadline for Fall entry of the 2025/2026 academic year is January 15, 2024.
UHP Admission with Honors Scholarship Package: First Time, First Year Students eligible for the Honors Scholarship Package must apply by July 1st. Please note that seats are typically filled with priority applicants by March. If you apply after January 15, UHP seats and scholarships may no longer be available and your application may be placed on a waitlist. We encourage you to apply early!
Once you have completed your application to both Idaho State University and the University Honors Program (using the two separate application forms) your application to the Honors Program will be processed and put into the queue to be reviewed by the UHP Director.
The UHP Director will begin to review applications after January 15 and priority applicant decisions will be sent by email no later than the end of March. If accepted to the UHP, you will be notified by email with instructions of how to confirm your seat in the University Honors Program and accept the Honors Scholarship Package.
Applications after July 1st: Applications to the UHP are accepted after July 1st, however seats may not be available. Email us at honors@isu.edu with any questions.
Transfer Student Application
For undergraduate students transferring to ISU from another college/university.
Transfer students are eligible for the Honors Scholarship Package.
International Students: Please 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.
Priority Admission Deadline: The Priority Admissions application deadline for Fall entry of the 2025/2026 academic year is January 15, 2024.
UHP Admission with Honors Scholarship Package: Transfer Students eligible for the Honors Scholarship Package must apply by July 1st. Please note that seats are typically filled with priority applicants by March. If you apply after January 15, UHP seats and scholarships may no longer be available and your application may be placed on a waitlist. We encourage you to apply early!
Once you have completed your application to both Idaho State University and the University Honors Program (using the two separate application forms) your application to the Honors Program will be processed and put into the queue to be reviewed by the UHP Director.
The UHP Director will begin to review applications after January 15 and priority applicant decisions will be sent by email no later than the end of March. If accepted to the UHP, you will be notified by email with instructions of how to confirm your seat in the University Honors Program and accept the Honors Scholarship Package.
Applications after July 1st: Applications to the UHP are accepted after July 1, however seats may not be available. Email us at honors@isu.edu with any questions.
Late Admittance Application
For undergraduate students who are currently attending Idaho State University. (Excluding high school students taking Dual Credit courses.)
Late Admit students are NOT eligible for the Honors Scholarship Package.
Late Admittance Application Deadline: Late Admit Students may apply at any time, but must meet the Late Admit Criteria.
International Student Application
For students who are not citizens or permanent residents 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.
Priority Admission Deadline: The Priority Admissions application deadline for Fall entry of the 2025/2026 academic year is January 15, 2024.
UHP Admission with Honors Scholarship Package: International Students eligible for the Honors Scholarship Package must apply by July 1st. Please note that seats are typically filled with priority applicants by March. If you apply after January 15, UHP seats and scholarships may no longer be available and your application may be placed on a waitlist. We encourage you to apply early!
Once you have completed your application to both Idaho State University and the University Honors Program (using the two separate application forms) your application to the Honors Program will be processed and put into the queue to be reviewed by the UHP Director.
The UHP Director will begin to review applications after January 15 and priority applicant decisions will be sent by email no later than the end of March. If accepted to the UHP, you will be notified by email with instructions of how to confirm your seat in the University Honors Program and accept the Honors Scholarship Package.
Applications after July 1st: Applications to the UHP are accepted after July 1, however seats may not be available. Email us at honors@isu.edu with any questions.