Big Ambitions Require Big Opportunities

The Helen Hardin Honors College at the University of Memphis is the ultimate choice for driven students eager to enhance their academic journey in a dynamic and diverse environment. Nestled in a city celebrated for its vibrant culture, innovative spirit, and bustling commerce, the University of Memphis serves as a powerful backdrop that will motivate you to achieve new milestones.

At the Honors College, we take immense pride in attracting talented students, lured by our exceptional faculty, intimate class settings, and abundant study abroad, internship, and research opportunities. Here, you will experience the perfect blend of a close-knit, small liberal arts college with all the extensive resources offered by a major research university.

Discover the World…And Yourself

The Honors College houses a world of possibilities. You can choose from an array of engaging courses taught by our university’s top faculty, live with high-achieving classmates in the Honors Living-Learning Complex, and experience learning that takes you far beyond the classroom. 

You can take advantage of the vibrant city of Memphis to access a wide range of industries for internships. You can explore your research interests and develop professionally and academically under the supervision of our faculty and receive funding from the Honors College to support your endeavors.

You can also make travel a part of your undergraduate experience in the Honors College, either through Honors faculty-led study abroad programs or through the National Student Exchange, where you can study away at member colleges and universities in the United States and Canada.

The Honors Advantage

As an Honors College graduate, you will be prepared for a wide variety of future pursuits, including admission to top graduate and professional schools, employment with outstanding companies or placement with leading nonprofit organizations. With the Honors College, you can—and will—achieve even more in your career and in life.