Lateral Admissions

The Honors Lateral application is currently closed.

A limited number of students are admitted laterally to the Honors Program at the end of the spring term of their first year.* Lateral applicants are assessed on their college GPA, college course rigor, and the quality of written essays regarding the program. 

Eligibility

  • First-time-in-college student admitted in either Summer or Fall 2025 or through FSU Next for Spring 2026.
  • Currently enrolled at FSU.
  • Must be enrolled on main campus. 
  • Minimum 3.5 FSU GPA
  • Application must be submitted before the deadline. 

 

Program Requirements

  • Maintain a 3.200 FSU GPA while in the program.
  • Successfully complete IDH 2920 in the first semester.
  • Meet with an Honors Advisor during the first semester.
  • Complete the Honors Program Graduation Requirements.

 

Application Timeline

Application Opens - March 1, 2026

 Application Closes - April 24, 2026 at 4pm


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