Our curriculum spans eight courses, beginning and ending with philosophy and including courses in the social and natural sciences, aesthetics and theology. To complete the "academic marathon," each honors scholar undertakes a senior thesis demonstrating the ability to conduct original research at an advanced level.

Beyond our curriculum, we offer a stimulating variety of activities ranging from plays and concerts to community service projects and social events, often in collaboration with our student organization, the St. Mary's University Society of Honors Scholars. For more about our program, please see the panel at left. For a personal response, please contact the Honors Program Director.

The great majority of our graduates go on to pursue further studies in medicine, law and other professions. We estimate that more than one-third will eventually earn doctoral degrees (M.D., Ph.D. or J.D.) in their chosen fields.