Honors is a community and a holistic, enriching experience. More than academic excellence, an Honors education combines global, cultural, and service experiences. Honors courses are smaller in size, allowing for stronger faculty relationships and student discussions.
FIRST-YEAR/FRESHMAN ADMISSION
What are the benefits of Honors at Baruch?
The Honors Program offers:
- a holistic, enriched education
- activities outside the classroom
- assistance from your assigned Honors Advisor
- funding for enrichment activities
- priority registration
- tuition scholarship for in-state students (Macaulay and Baruch Scholars)
- a community of Honors students, faculty and staff.
Eighty-eight percent of our students report graduating debt free; the remaining students graduate with a fraction of the average national student debt.
Which program should I consider?
About Macaulay Honors College at Baruch
About our original Baruch Scholars program
How do I apply from high school? Can I apply early decision/action?
Am I competitive?
What do I need to apply ?
Will I be accepted to more than one program?
What is the difference between the Macaulay Scholars and Baruch Scholars programs?
How do I find out more?
ADMISSION FROM BARUCH – TRANSFER/CURRENT STUDENTS
Students at Baruch, including those who transfer, can still join the Honors Program in two different ways:
Join Provost Scholars
Join Inquiry Scholars
Students can complete both Provost Scholars and Inquiry Scholars programs. In addition, the Zicklin School of Business offers a Business Honors program.