The Cal State LA Honors College enrolls motivated students who demonstrate a strong desire to engage actively in our academic, social, and community involvement initiatives. Admission decisions will be made after a thorough evaluation of application materials. Candidates may have the opportunity to interview with the Honors College Admissions Committee. Eligibility for Honors College admission is open to both incoming and current students. New students must also secure admission to the University.
PATHWAYS
The Honors College seeks students who want to maximize the opportunities for learning that come with the College experience. One measure we use is GPA, but we also consider motivation, curiosity, creativity, diverse life experiences, and a commitment to change the world. We encourage applicants with a GPA under 3.5 to reflect on their GPA and advocate for admission based on life experiences, motivation, and curiosity—the application includes a question in which you can provide this information.
Incoming Junior transfers have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher in their college coursework and in all lower-division GE requirements. The Honors College seeks students who want to maximize the opportunities for learning that come with the College experience. One measure we use is GPA, but we also consider motivation, curiosity, creativity, diverse life experiences, and a commitment to change the world. We encourage applicants with a GPA under 3.5 to reflect on their GPA and advocate for admission based on life experiences, motivation, and curiosity—the application includes a question in which you can provide this information.
Rising sophomores and juniors may be eligible for admission to the Honors College provided they have attained a minimum GPA of 3.5 or higher in their university and in all lower-division GE requirements. The Honors College seeks students who want to maximize the opportunities for learning that come with the College experience. One measure we use is GPA, but we also consider motivation, curiosity, creativity, diverse life experiences, and a commitment to change the world. We encourage applicants with a GPA under 3.5 to reflect on their GPA and advocate for admission based on life experiences, motivation, and curiosity—the application includes a question in which you can provide this information.
The Early Entrance Program (EEP) is another pathway to Honors College admission. EEP allows gifted and talented scholars between the ages of 11-15 early enrollment as full-time EEP/Honors college students at Cal State LA.
CONTACT US
If you have any questions regarding the Honors College application process
please contact us at [email protected]
Honors College
King Hall D1045
Cal State LA
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032