University Honors Global Scholars
Elevating Academic Excellence - Imagine, Inquire, Immerse, Inspire
Elevating Academic Excellence - Imagine, Inquire, Immerse, Inspire
TROY's University Honors Global Scholars Program provides an elite academic experience for high-achieving students, blending interdisciplinary learning with global engagement. Through leadership development, international study opportunities and specialized coursework, students gain the skills and perspective needed to succeed in graduate studies, professional careers and beyond.
At Troy University, we believe that the brightest minds deserve the broadest horizons. The University Honors Global Scholars Program (UHGSP) is more than an academic distinction; it's an immersive, transformative experience designed for students who are ready to push boundaries, embrace global perspectives and lead with purpose.
As a UHGSP scholar, you won't just study the world—you'll experience it. Through rigorous coursework, international opportunities and hands-on leadership development, you'll engage with complex global challenges, collaborate with distinguished faculty and build meaningful connections across cultures.
The UHGS Program cultivates a select community of academically exceptional, culturally curious and highly motivated scholars. Our students share a passion for intellectual exploration, innovation and service, striving not only for personal excellence but also for a lasting impact on their communities and the world. If you are driven by a thirst for knowledge and a commitment to leadership, the UHGS Program will empower you to rise to your full potential.
Our advanced honors curriculum challenges students to think critically, engage globally and apply knowledge beyond the classroom. Through interdisciplinary global seminars, experiential learning and undergraduate research opportunities, our scholars develop the skills and perspectives needed for academic and professional excellence.
As a UHGSP scholar, you will receive mentorship from distinguished faculty, preparing
you to excel both locally and globally. Our students compete for prestigious merit
awards, including:
Rhodes Scholarship, Fulbright Scholarship, Gates-Cambridge Scholarship, Dalai Lama Fellows, Future Global Leaders Fellowship, Boren Awards,and Schwarzman Awards.
The UHGSP honors coursework is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to excel. It combines honors sections of general studies courses with specialized courses offered through the University Honors Global Scholars Program. Each academic college provides distinct honors coursework, ensuring a well-rounded and enriching academic experience.
A robust peer mentoring program will connect new students with experienced peers, helping them navigate the diverse opportunities available across campus and in the local community. Through these connections, students gain a deeper understanding of the global learning community, campus resources and service projects, fostering both personal and academic growth.
Honors courses are offered across all academic colleges, providing diverse pathways for a customized advanced honors education.
University Honors is dedicated to preparing students for prestigious global awards that recognize exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and service. These highly competitive, merit-based opportunities open doors to advanced study, research, and professional development at both national and international levels.
Through dedicated mentorship and structured application support, the University Honors program actively guides students in pursuing distinguished awards such as the Rhodes Scholarship, Fulbright Scholarship, Gates-Cambridge Scholarship, Dalai Lama Fellows, Future Global Leaders Fellowship, Boren Awards, and Schwarzman Awards.
By fostering a culture of excellence and ambition, University Honors empowers students to become global scholars and leaders, equipped to make a lasting impact on their fields and communities.
The UHGSP is dedicated to your success both academically and professionally. Upon joining the program, you'll receive exclusive guidance from Faculty Provost Fellows who will serve as dedicated mentors, guiding you throughout your academic journey. Scholars also receive:
Selected high-performing, high-potential first-year students (minimum GPA: 3.5) will be invited to apply to the UHGSP. These students are nominated by faculty members and must submit a complete UHGSP application. Nominated students will be invited to interview during the early spring semester of their first year at Troy University. Invitations to apply will be sent via TROY email in mid-March, with admission decisions announced in mid-April. Accepted students will begin the UHGSP curriculum at the start of their second year, fulfilling the Year 2 program requirements.
Selected high-performing, high-potential transfer students entering Troy University who receive the Presidential Transfer Scholarship or the One TROY Transfer Scholarship (minimum GPA: 3.5) will be invited to apply to the UHGSP during the Transfer Admissions period. Notifications regarding interview dates will be sent to students via their official TROY email. Invited applicants must submit a complete UHGSP application. Accepted transfer students will begin the UHGSP curriculum at the start of their second year, fulfilling the Year 2 program requirements.
UHGSP scholars engage in rigorous academic research that builds both depth and global awareness. Our coursework provides a foundation in research methods, cultural orientation and discipline-specific study, preparing scholars to explore complex global issues. Through faculty mentorship and hands-on research opportunities, you will develop the analytical and critical thinking skills needed to contribute meaningfully to any field.
Global experience is a key component of UHGSP. In addition to a cohort-based international trip, scholars are expected to complete at least one independent study abroad experience. Whether through exchange programs, research abroad or immersive learning opportunities, these experiences allow you to engage with diverse cultures, expand your academic horizons, and develop the skills necessary to navigate a diverse global landscape.
As a University Honors Global Scholars Program student, you'll engage in transformative global experiences that broaden your perspective and prepare you for leadership in a connected world.
Opportunities Through UHGSP:
UHGSP supports scholars in building a well-rounded skill set for success. These experiences help scholars develop the confidence and skills needed to thrive both personally and professionally. Opportunities for personal development include:
UHGSP encourages scholars to contribute to their communities through various service initiatives. Opportunities include:
Connecting Place to its Multitudes is a project that is funded the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation— the nation's largest supporter of the arts and humanities
A place is more than its physical location; it is shaped by its larger histories and cultures, as well as by the human affects associated with those encounters. Practitioners and performers in the arts and humanities are not just chroniclers but also interpreters of these human affects, exploring the intricate relationships between cultural meaning and social values. Arts can enrich the humanities by providing diverse mediums through which to explore human experiences. Through close reading and critical analysis of artistic expressions—such as literature, visual art, music, and performance— we gain deeper insights into historical contexts, social issues, and identity formation. This interdisciplinary approach fosters critical thinking, enhances creativity, and encourages empathy, allowing us to connect more profoundly with the complexities of the human condition. This project seeks to confront the dominant narrative of lack in Alabama by engaging with its diverse cultural productions in literature, music, dance, theater, and art to reveal and interpret the manifold experiences and emotions of its varied people. The project aims to deepen the understanding of Alabama's cultural identity to foster social justice through research, curriculum development, and community engagement.
The University Honors Program, in collaboration with the College of Communication and Fine Arts, leads this initiative.
Troy University's Global Scholars Honors Program represents the best and brightest the University has to offer, and Dr. Priya Menon has now been named as its new leader.
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