Apply to the Honors College

The Honors College is a community of curious, engaged, and motivated College of Charleston students looking to enhance their college experience. Students of all academic disciplines with a diverse range of long-term goals thrive in the Honors College.

Why Honors?

The Honors College provides students with personalized experiences designed to help them maxmize their time at CofC. As a member of the Honors community, you'll benefit from:

• Small, discussion-based and interdisciplinary classes
• Early and frequent access to research, internships and community engagement
• An Honors faculty advisor and mentor
• A vibrant living-learning community

Learn More About CofC Honors

Are you a highly-motived student? We want to meet you! Schedule an in-person tour or info session right here on our beautiful campus, or connect virtually with a member of our Honors admissions team.

How to Apply

Applying to the Honors College is easy. To be considered, just indicate your interest on the online CofC application or Common App, and complete the supplemental Honors essay.

Each year we welcome new students with unique backgrounds and a diversity of personal experiences. There are multiple ways to join the Honors College:

• How to apply as a freshman
• How to apply as a transfer student
• How to apply as a current CofC student