For Students New to Northwestern College

1. The first step toward entering the Honors Program is to complete and submit an application for admission to Northwestern College. This application is typically completed during fall of the student’s senior year of high school. You must be accepted at Northwestern College to be eligible to apply for the Honors Program.
2. Make sure that your ACT and/or SAT scores have been sent to Northwestern College. Students who have a composite ACT score of 30 or higher or a combined math and critical reading SAT score of 1320 or higher will be invited to apply to the Eagle Scholars Honors Program.
3. The Honors Program application process includes a requirement of written essays and submission of samples of student scholarship. The application must be received by mid-January (see application instructions for current due date). Late applications will not be considered.

Download the 2012–13 Honors Program Application Instructions.  

For Students Who are in their First Year at Northwestern College

1. To be eligible to apply after your first year, you must do the following
   • Complete a minimum of 30 credits in the NWC day school program
   • Maintain a GPA of 3.9 or higher during your first year at NWC
   • Take at least one honors course in three different disciplines during your first year at NWC
   • Attend at least four Honors Seminar events during your first year at NWC
   • Attend NWC for at least three years, including your year as a Second-Chance applicant

2. Information is available outside of Dr. Black’s office (Nazareth Hall, 3139). Applications will be due in late April or early May (see application for current due date). No late applications will be considered. For more information, e-mail honorsprogram@nwc.edu.