Why Become a Scholar?

• For an enriching, enhanced educational experience by joining a cohort of scholars who seek to enact change
• Receive detailed Honors support and advising and work directly with Honors Faculty and mentors
• To receive tuition scholarships and apply for potential transfer scholarships
  • The Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship
  • Udall Undergraduate Scholarship
  • The Engelhardt Social Justice Fellowship
  • optiMize moMentum Fellowship
• Potential direct transfer into university honors programs, including the Irvin D. Reid Honors College at Wayne State University and the Eastern Michigan University Honors College
• Enhance your resume/portfolio by serving, volunteering, and making an impact on the community
• Enroll in Honors specific courses that examine values and social issues and earn Honors credentials on your transcript
• Build connections and career contacts though our partnerships with University of Michigan optiMize, Keep Growing Detroit, Gleaners, Friends of the Rouge, and more…
• Attend various guest speaker events and leadership conferences including the Diversity, Equity & Inclusivity Conference, STEAMz, and more…
• Represent Honors at graduation with designation, recognition, and regalia
• Attend leadership conferences, guest speaker events, and field trips
• Combine Honors with most majors

How to Apply