How do I get departmental honors?

The department nominates individuals for departmental honors, but the final decision is made by the dean’s office. In order to be nominated, you need to have a minimum GPA of 3.7 in the major–both before you are registered for the Honors Thesis and at the end of your senior year (please refer to the Grades section for information on your major GPA), and to receive at least an A- in GU4999: Senior Honors Thesis. Note that GU4999 is a full-year course where you will work under the supervision of an individual faculty member. In order to register for GU4999, you will need the approval of the director of undergraduate studies. If you are interested in the honors program you should consult with the director of undergraduate studies in the spring of your junior year.