Support
The success of the Honors College at UNC Charlotte would not be possible without the generous support of alumni, parents, and friends. These contributions, no matter the size, help create transformational learning experiences for our students.
Support for the Honors College enables high-achieving students to pursue advanced research, leadership opportunities and academic excellence, helping shape the next generation of innovators and leaders.
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Read about the impact these funds have on our students:
“[The award] has been a great motivation for me to continue working hard and staying involved with my campus…[It] allowed me to focus solely on my academics and research work through the generous monetary amount. Since receiving this award, I have been able to continue my research on the impact of the arts in Charlotte, including being able to present my work at my high school’s research symposium as the keynote speaker.“
— Luis Tejada
“[T]he HIP scholarship has allowed me to seriously consider using my major for both paid and unpaid opportunities that support causes I believe in.“
— Lucy Burch
“Receiving the HIPs scholarship…was a significant boost, not just financially, but also as a validation of my efforts. The monetary award allowed me to fully immerse myself in the recruitment process for accounting internships…[which] will allow me to build strong connections and apply classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios.”
–Hayden Walker
“Thanks to the generous funding I received, I was able to immerse myself in the rich history and artistic beauty of Italy. From exploring the stunning mosaics at Fornace Orsoni to standing in awe of masterpieces at the Palazzo Chiericati Museum, every moment deepened my appreciation for art and culture in ways that a classroom never could.”
–Owen Hardig
“[T]his program taught me more than I could have ever asked for and has changed my life for the better…Living with my host family, I was exposed to Japanese life from the eyes of a Japanese citizen, not as a tourist….As a direct consequence of the trip, I have felt significantly more motivated to learn.”
–Jeevan Liu
“I am now a PhD student within the Department of Biological Sciences at UNC Charlotte. The monetary award helped cover the costs of applying to graduate school. Beyond financial support, this recognition strengthened my confidence and deepened passion for pursuing a career in research.”
–Krishna Majithia
“Being a psychology major looking to get involved in human factors engineering and motorsports, opportunities can be hard to find…With the support of the funding provided by this scholarship, I have been able to begin a new internship in the industry and make connections to get involved in research at the BATT CAVE this semester.”
–Madi Adams
“The HIPs scholarship has immensely contributed to my ability to engage in meaningful practices. I studied abroad last summer…I have been able to focus on my studies and volunteering in my community…I will also be engaging in undergraduate research…Thanks to generous donors, I have spent less time working and worrying about financing my education and more time contributing to the university and community.”
–Kai Norris
“Receiving the Dean’s Prize helped me realize that a project and topic that I felt very passionate about had value and impacts beyond what I could have hoped for.“
–Kelsey Romney