Process
- Learn the requirements of your Upper Division Program below.
- Declare your plans with the Honors College
- Have questions? Schedule an appointment with the Upper Division Academic Advisor.
Requirements
The baseline requirements for Upper Division Honors Distinction are:
- 12 hours of 3000/4000-level Honors coursework, including 3-6 thesis hours
- Honors Thesis Project
- 3.50 cumulative and LSU GPA
- 3.50 GPA in Upper Division program courses
Several major departments have designated specific programs of study for their Upper Division Programs beyond the baseline requirements for Upper Division Honors Distinction. Synopses of such departmental program requirements are listed below. Full requirements may be obtained directly from departments.
In majors without established Upper Division programs, the baseline requirements (above) should be followed.
Geology & Geophysics
Hours Required
12
Course Requirements
- 6 hours of 3000-4000 level GEOL coursework with Honors Option
- 6 hours of thesis coursework using GEOL 3909 with Honors Option (3 hours) and GEOL 3999 with Honors Option (3 hours)
Additional Rules
The student must apply for admission into the Upper Division Program through the Department of Geology & Geophysics and the College of Science.
Thesis Courses Available
GEOL 3909, GEOL 3999
