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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