Honors & Distinctions

Graduated with Cum Laude honors in the Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering program, awarded to students who demonstrate consistent high academic performance across their undergraduate coursework. This distinction reflects a cumulative GPA of 3.7 on a 4.0 scale, achieved while completing an ABET-accredited engineering curriculum emphasizing advanced mathematics, circuit analysis, power systems, electronics, control systems, and embedded computing.

Harding University students of all majors are eligible to apply to the American Studies Institute Distinguished Scholars program. The prerequisites for automatic invitation include a 3.8-grade point average or above and standing as a junior, senior, or freshman member of Harding University's Honors Scholar Program. Each fall there is an open application process for those with an automatic invitation and those who have a 3.6-grade point average.

The Honors College annually admits around 100 students, bringing its total enrollment to approximately 400, representing about 10% of Harding's undergraduate student body, in line with national norms for honors education. Honors students must maintain a 3.25 GPA, are encouraged to pursue Honors College recognition at graduation, and are expected to engage in leadership and service at the University and/or in the community.

The dean's list is published each semester by Dr. Marty Spears, University provost, honoring those who have achieved high scholarship. To be eligible, a student must be carrying 12 or more hours with a 3.65 or higher grade-point average and no incompletes.