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.
Human Ecology
Hours Required
12
Course Requirements
Child & Family Studies
6 hours with Honors Option from the following list:
- HUEC 3055, 3056, 3060, 3065, 4051, 4062, 4064, or 4065
Nutritional Sciences
6 hours with Honors Option from the following list:
- HUEC 3115, 3116, 4110, 4111, or 4114
Textiles, Apparel, & Merchandising
6 hours with Honors Option from the following list"
- HUEC 3032, 3034, 4044, 4071 (or 4072), 4034, or 4046
Two semesters of HNRS 4000
Thesis Courses Available
HNRS 4000
