Welcome to the Ball State University
Honors College!

We are excited for you to be a part of the Honors College at Ball State. The Honors College fosters innovation in research, teaching, and learning through an independently created liberal arts curriculum, engaged faculty,
and an active living-learning community. Find important dates, admissions information, and planning your visit below.

Important Deadlines
May 1, 2026:
Confirm your Ball State enrollment
Register for Housing
Register for Orientation

You're a Ball State Cardinal!

Plan a Visit

Opportunities and Scholarships

Explore the many opportunities and potential scholarships the Honors College has to offer our students.

Upcoming Important Honors College Information

Fall 2026

Visit the Honors College at your convenience—meet a student, take a tour, sit in on a class

July 2026

  • July 24 - Experience BSU Day - offers a deep dive into the Ball State academic experience for high school seniors.

August 2026

October 2026

November 2025

  • November 6 - College Discovery Day-an opportunity for high school seniors to explore their academic college of interest.
  • Emens Leadership Scholarship application due mid November
  • Priority Application deadline to receive full consideration for Honors College scholarships.

December 2025

 

Spring 2027

Visit the Honors College at your convenience—meet a student, take a tour, sit in on a class.
Confirm your admission to Ball State and the Honors College!

January 2027

March 2027

April 2027

  • Admitted Student Day - admitted students are invited to visit campus with their families at this open-house-style event.

June 2027 & July 2027

  • Meet your Honors College Academic Advisor and the Honors College staff during your orientation session; leave with your fall schedule in hand.
  • July 23 - Experience BSU Day - offers a deep dive into the Ball State academic experience for high school seniors.

August 2027

  • August 19 - Freshman Honors College Convocation - Honors Freshman meet faculty, staff, honors students, and organizations.
  • August 23 - First day of classes