Honors Program Information

Information for current Honors Students and Incoming Students interested in the program.

Academic Requirements

Students who are eligible are sent an invitation with the application.

Eligibility

  • Incoming Freshmen: High school Weighted GPA of 3.70 or above.
  • Transfer and continuing CSUB Native students: Must have a Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above
  • Our application to the program consists of 4 short essay questions, and students are required to complete 2 of the essays
  • Honors Council members review each application and a joint decision is made.
  • For more information, please check the frequently asked questions.

Program Benefits

  • Priority Registration
  • Mentorship
  • Special courses taught by CSUB's top professors
  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Global Education
  • Educational Field Trips
  • Independent Study 
  • A close-knit network of peers
  • The Dr. Michael Flachmann Study Room in the Library
  • An Honors Lounge for studying and relaxing with friends
  • Special recognition at graduation (Honors 4-yr Medal/2-yr Cord)

Honors Individual Project (HIP)

Each Helen Hawk Honors Program student completes an Honors Individual Project (HIP).  This project is a chance to gain unique experiences outside the traditional classroom setting and serves as a valuable transition from undergraduate studies to advanced study in the discipline or directly into a career. 

To obtain approval for and to submit a HIP, please contact our office for a link to self-enroll into the Honors Canvas Course.

To access the Petition for Course by Individual Study, access this file: Petition for Course by Individual Study.

 

Honors Courses Information

Check our FAQ page for additional information regarding Honors courses and program information.

 

Helen Hawk Honors Program

Contact Information

For additional questions or concerns, please contact us.

Email: org-helenhawkhonors@csub.edu
Office: Education 211
Phone: (661) 654-3461
Instagram: csub_hawkhonors