University of Idaho High-Ability Brochure

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Fulfill your drive to achieve with the University of Idaho Honors Program. Reach your educational aspirations alongside a diverse group of highpotential students. Here, you'll engage with an enriching educational curriculum, supportive living groups and a vibrant intellectual community. Immerse yourself in impactful research, scholarship, service and leadership to further develop as a global citizen.

OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS 875 Perimeter Drive MS 4253 Moscow, ID 83844-4253

UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM

You have always worked hard in school. Now you stand as one of the top high school students in America. We want you to strongly consider the University of Idaho as you narrow your college choices. Many excellent students like you have been attracted to our strengths — outstanding academic programs and research opportunities; a safe, beautiful campus with many nearby areas for outdoor recreation; and superb co-curricular, artistic, athletic and leadership experiences.

Director, University Honors Program 208-885-7702 honors@uidaho.edu

Sandra Reineke, Ph.D.

Questions:

uidaho.edu/apply-honors

Director, University Honors Program 208-885-7702 honors@uidaho.edu

Apply online:

Sandra Reineke, Ph.D.

uidaho.edu/visit-honors

Sincerely yours,

Schedule a visit:

Please go to uidaho.edu/visit-honors, where you'll find several campus visit options designed to show you what it means to be a Vandal. When you schedule your daily campus visit, make sure to request a visit with the University Honors Program. From there, you will also find links for admissions and financial aid. Consider taking the next steps toward your journey at the University of Idaho.

WHERE ASPIRING LEADERS ARE MADE

I’d like to extend a personal invitation for you and your family to visit our campus, where you'll have the chance to meet some of our exceptionally talented and passionate faculty, staff and students. We will customize your visit day to your interests and needs.

uidaho.edu/explore-honors

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE WAITING FOR TOP STUDENTS LIKE YOU.


University Honors Program

ON THE COVER:

Among the

TOP 10%

Join a community of scholars that maximizes your educational experience at the University of Idaho.

of America's National Universities.

Benefits n Small, enriching, discussion-based courses that count toward degree

— U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT

requirements

n Honors thesis option n Selective honors program-specific, four-year scholarships n Special mentorship and advising to help you get engaged in professors and trips to regional honors conferences

n Supportive campus living groups n Community-building activities such as cultural trips, service learning projects and social events

n Leadership opportunities such as the Honors Student Ambassador Program, Peer Mentor Program and student clubs

n Application assistance for distinguished scholarships such as the Rhodes, Goldwater, Udall scholarships and many more

n Priority course registration n Honors achievements noted on official school transcript

Apply for the Honors program: uidaho.edu/apply-honors

Ren Diminico ’20

Omalola Bangudu ‘22

MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY SPOKANE, WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM

BIOLOGICAL ENGINEERING MOSCOW, IDAHO UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM, GRAND CHALLENGE SCHOLAR

Last year, Ren represented the University of Idaho, and the entire state of Idaho, when she was chosen to present at “Posters on the Hill” in Washington, D.C.

PHOTO TAKEN BY MICHAEL FERGUSON

undergraduate research and prepare for graduate school

n Co-curricular academic activities such as "Fireside Chats" with

Omalola is passionate about learning about the brain. She explores her passion by doing research in the field of biological engineering, which has won her several Grand Challenge Program prizes.

U of I is

IDAHO’S

LARGEST RESEARCH

university, U of I's research enterprise is unmatched in the state in breadth and depth.

National Merit Scholar Program The University of Idaho National Merit Scholar Program guarantees a full-ride scholarship for qualifying first-

year students. The scholarship covers universitydefined educational costs for basic tuition and fees, as well as room and board for those who live in a U of I residence hall for four years. Qualifying National Merit Scholars are directly admitted to the University Honors Program.

Criteria To qualify for the National Merit Scholar Program at the University of Idaho, you must:

n Be an entering first-year student direct from high school or home school

n Apply for admission to the University of Idaho n Achieve finalist standing with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (http://bit.ly/ui-national-merit)

n Submit a copy of your National Merit Finalist letter to the University of Idaho Financial Aid Office

n Declare the University of Idaho as your first school

Samuel Myers ’20

Dustin Cheney ’19

MATHEMATICS AND PHYSICS MUKILTEO, WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGAM, NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLAR, GOLDWATER SCHOLARSHIP WINNER

BUSINESS ECONOMICS AND ACCOUNTING WEISER, IDAHO UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM, NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLAR, GRAUE SCHOLARS PRESIDENT

Sam studies exoplanets — planets orbiting stars other than the sun — to find out how planets form and evolve.

Dustin loves talking about money. That's why he's investigating how governments in Eastern Europe promote or prevent economic growth.

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ACADEMIC AREAS

including majors, minors

of choice with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation

n Maintain a minimum GPA at the University of Idaho to renew the scholarship

Discover the Reward: uidaho.edu/merit

and certificates.

To receive full consideration for all scholarships and financial aid available, apply to the U of I at uidaho.edu/apply-honors.


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