Study, gain experience and learn to be a leader in the real world. Go beyond the classroom to explore and discover yourself. Be challenged to think from different perspectives and develop leadership skills as a student in Point Park's Honors Program.
A Focus on Academics, Leadership & Community Service
In addition to being challenged academically, students in the Honors Program are encouraged to work creatively to reach their highest potential as scholars and leaders to prepare them for further study or careers after graduation. Opportunities include:
Leadership and community service: Participate in the Honors Student Organization, a student-run group that plans events to enhance the overall academic experience of students.
Mentoring: Sophomores, juniors and seniors can apply to become mentors to help new honors students take advantage of leadership and community service opportunities.
Membership in honors organizations: Serve as a student representative, present research and academic work at conferences, as well as have your work considered for publication in academic journals.
Can serve as a student representative on the Northeast Regional Honors Council
Student-assistant positions (available to juniors and seniors)
Book awards based on academic and community service records
A greater variety of course projects, activities and research opportunities
Lectures by guest speakers
Cultural events in the Pittsburgh area and New York City
Join the Honors Program
New students are automatically invited to join the Honors Program if awarded a Presidential Scholarship or Transfer Presidential Scholarship, or if they enter Point Park with a 3.5 QPA and 1250 SAT or 25 ACT score. Other students interested in joining the Honors Program are required to submit an application.
