Honors Program

Students pursuing an Honors B.A. in American Studies must maintain a GPA of 3.500 or above in the major; and a GPA of 3.300 overall in the College.
Students pursuing an Honors B.A. in American Studies must demonstrate advanced language competency in a foreign language--equivalent to a third year of study. This may require students to take an additional two semesters of a foreign language beyond the standard College requirements, including at least one course at the 300 level or above that studies a foreign language literature. The language chosen for study must pertain directly to American studies and requires the approval of the Chair of American Studies.
In addition to the major requirements, honors students must complete
- AMST-A 451 Honors Senior Seminar in American Studies (3 cr.);
- AMST-A 452 Honors Thesis in American Studies (3 cr.); and
- the language requirement for a total of 42 credits.