Who is eligible for the Reaud Honors College?

If you are enrolled at another college, you still have the opportunity to join our Reaud Honors student community!

To be eligible for admission into the Reaud Honors College, you must have:

• Completed at least 12 hours of academic coursework
• Not taken college readiness or developmental courses

Transcript Review:

• Up to 12 honors credits can be transferred
• If you have 45 or more credit hours, our advisor will review your transcript to ensure you have an honors pathway

Are scholarships available for outstanding transfer students?

Yes! Please check to see which transfer scholarship opportunities are available to you.  

More information about Transfer Scholarship Opportunities 

Can I really complete my LU degree as a Reaud Honors College Graduate?

Yes, you can! Our basic requirements for Reaud Honors College graduate status are: 

• Complete a minimum 26 hours of Honors credits (includes at least two honors seminars or one honors topic).
• After transcript evaluation, up to 12 hours of honors course credits may be transferred. 
• May be eligible to earn up to six hours of non-course credits at the Reaud Honors College.
• Your undergraduate resume will be evaluated for service, leadership, cultural events, and academic achievement during your years of study up to this point.   
• You will participate in at least two High Impact Educational Practices to enrich your time at Lamar University.

How do I apply?

Applying to the Reaud Honors College is easy.

1. Apply to Lamar University at ApplyTexas.org
2. Review requirements for transfer students.
3. After you are accepted, use your Lamar University credentials to apply online to the Reaud Honors College.

Apply to Reaud Honors College as a transfer student

Is there Honors housing available?

Yes. Honors students have their own wing, Scholars Tower, in Campbell Residence Hall.