Honors College

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About the College

Our innovative curriculum helps high-achieving students grow intellectually, broaden their educational experiences, and create what’s next.

Through small class sizes, immersive internships, and individualized research opportunities, Honors College students are free to explore and forge their own educational paths.

Our instructors champion every student's intellectual growth. We encourage new and challenging ideas, academic rigor, and informed debate. Honors courses feel less like classes and more like conversations—guided workshops where everyone's input matters and different perspectives find common ground.

The Honors College curriculum lets students follow their curiosity wherever it may lead. Here, students cross traditional educational boundaries and learn by doing. From immersive classes to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, learners develop essential skills in preparation for graduate school, for career success, and for a lifetime of discovery.

Scholarship Deadlines

  • Presidential Scholarship
  • $5,000 a year
  • Deadline: November 10, 2025
  • Tower & University Scholarship
  • Up to $2500 a year
  • Deadline: February 1, 2026
 

Our Faculty
Learn From the Best

Dr. Cindy Ticknor

Dr. Cindy Ticknor

Dean, Honors College

Dr. Reba Wissner

Dr. Reba Wissner

Interim Associate Dean

Dr. Dawn Frazier

Dr. Dawn Frazier

Associate Dean of Undergraduate Research

Dr. Joshua May

Dr. Joshua May

Associate Professor of Voice, Director of Opera Activities, Voice Area Coordinator, & Honors College Faculty Fellow

Dr. Bobby Nixon

Dr. Bobby Nixon

Faculty Fellow

Dr. Kimberly Shaw

Dr. Kimberly Shaw

Faculty Fellow

Support the Honors College

When you give to the Honors College at Columbus State University, you're investing in the College and the community. If you choose, you can direct your gift to support a specific program or activity within the College. Simply designate your gift to Scholarships, Research, Student Participation in Conferences, or Program Enhancements. To support all honors students, designate the Honors College below or join our Alumni Fundraising Challenge with the goal of naming its first endowment!

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We Can Help

Columbus State University offers students a number of scholarships each year. Learn more about available scholarships.

Learn More about CSU scholarships