University Catalog > Undergraduate Programs > Undergraduate Honors Programs > The Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein Honors Program
The mission of the Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein Honors Program is to enhance the education of Yeshiva College undergraduates by encouraging talented students to undertake an exceptionally broad, deep, and challenging course of study. To fulfill this aim, the program emphasizes research, intensive writing, and sophisticated thinking. Students commit themselves to rigorous challenge, a search for understanding, and intellectual excellence. Those admitted to the program will experience especially rewarding interactions with faculty members through unique coursework, individual mentoring, advanced study, and senior theses.
Students apply simultaneously to the Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein Honors Program and for academic merit scholarships. (Students may also apply for need-based assistance.) To retain their scholarships, students must remain in good standing, which entails maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.500 or higher; taking at least two honors courses in each academic year, for a total of six courses; and demonstrating progress toward an honors thesis, by enrolling in thesis preparation and writing courses (beyond the six required honors courses) no later than their final year of residence. Simultaneously, each student must maintain a comparable level of excellence in Torah studies.
For information about the admissions criteria of the program, please visit: https://apply.yu.edu/honors.
Graduates earn Honors distinction on transcripts and diplomas. For questions or further information on the Schottenstein Honors Program, contact Dr. Shaina Trapedo, Director (shaina.trapedo@yu.edu).
Honors students participate in a vibrant mix of extracurricular events and leadership experiences that enrich their academic experience and help them build lasting personal and professional connections.
1. Complete a minimum of six honors courses, used toward general liberal arts or major requirements
2. Complete the following Honors Thesis course sequence:
HON 4977 Honors Thesis: Proposal HON 4980 Honors Thesis: Preparation HON 4981 Honors Thesis: Writing
3. Maintain a 3.5 cumulative GPA and complete at least 84 on-campus credits.