The Engineering Honors Academy is an exciting new selective program in the College of Engineering designed for high-achieving students who want to push themselves, lead with purpose, and connect deeply with the engineering community.
Launching in 2027 with an inaugural cohort* of 20 students, the academy offers a close-knit, cohort-based experience that blends academic challenge, leadership development, and meaningful engagement with peers and faculty. Rooted in the college’s Complete Engineer® program, the academy helps students strengthen the technical, professional, and personal skills needed to stand out in college and after graduation. Through intentional opportunities for growth, connection, and impact, Engineering Honors Academy students will be prepared to lead, serve, and make a difference in their careers and communities.
*Students in the cohort will also be members of the University Honors Program.
Benefits and program features
Join a small, highly selective cohort of 20 students and build lasting connections with motivated peers who share your drive to excel.
Receive a $5,000 scholarship to aid in your collegiate expenses (may be adjusted depending on earlier awarded scholarships/packages)
Take part in enriched academic and hands-on learning opportunities, including a freshman design seminar specifically for Honors Academy members.
Grow as a leader through intentional experiences that strengthen the professional, personal, and leadership skills at the heart of the Complete Engineer® mission.
Position yourself for high-impact experiences such as internships, undergraduate research, study abroad, service learning, entrepreneurship, and student organization leadership.
Why join the Engineering Honors Academy?
The Engineering Honors Academy offers motivated students a distinctive way to elevate their College of Engineering experience. Through a selective cohort, intentional leadership development, enriched learning opportunities, and meaningful connections across the college, students will gain the support, challenge, and community they need to thrive.
This program is designed for students who want to grow as leaders, build lasting relationships, and prepare to make an impact as they pursue majors in engineering, computing or construction.
Apply to join the inaugural cohort
Students selected to move forward will be notified in early December with an invitation to participate in a January or February interview. This is an opportunity to be part of a new, high-impact program designed to challenge, connect, and prepare the next generation of engineering leaders.