Foundations (Years 1-2)
Introduction to Honors (1 Semester hour)
Honors First Year Seminar
Philosophical Inquiry (Honors section)
Theological inquiry (Honors section)
In addition, students must take one course in Studies in American Diversity from the University Core.
University Honors students must demonstrate proficiency, by coursework or by examination, to the 203 (intermediate) level of any foreign language. International students fulfill this requirement by TOEFL proficiency in English as a Second Language.
Explorations (Years 2-3)
Research and Exhibition (1 semester hour)
Honors Literary Analysis
Historical Analysis (Honors section)
Nature of Science, Technology, and Math (Honors section)
In addition, students must take one course in Creative Experience and Understanding Human Behavior from the University Core.
Integrations (Years 3-4)
Post-Baccalaureate Success Seminar (1 semester hour)
Contemplation in Action: Ethics and Justice
Contemplation in Action: Faith and Reason
Honors Thesis (or thesis/project/capstone course in one’s major)
Honors Portfolio and Assessment (0 semester hours)
AP and IB Equivalencies
The University Honors Program offers HNRS credit for AP and IB tests in the appropriate areas in accordance to LMU’s AP and IB equivalences. Only two of the Explorations courses can be satisfied in this way. AP credit in a foreign language fulfills the Honors language requirement.
Liberal Studies Students
Students who are working toward elementary education credentials need to meet with the Honors Director to determine the best coursework path. Decisions about courses will be made in consultation with the Center for Undergraduate Teacher Preparation.