Challenge yourself here
Honors opportunities await
The Hamel Honors & Scholars College and Hamel Scholars program offer high-achieving students rigorous academics, generous scholarships, and a community of peers who push each other to excel.
Common Questions
How to Apply
Information on Campus Visits
How to Request Information
Joining Honors
There are multiple pathways for admission to the Hamel Honors & Scholars College for future and current students.
Automatic consideration
You’re reviewed for the Honors College when you apply to UNH.
Highly selective
For Fall 2024, only 9.6% of applicants were admitted.
Current Students: Admission by Application
Students who have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 can apply directly for admission to the Honors College.
Current Students Admission by Nomination
Faculty and staff can nominate a student by sending their name directly to the Honors College office.
Your community beyond class
The Honors community is more than where you study; it’s where you belong. With exclusive spaces and priority housing, you’ll thrive academically and socially.
Honors in action
