Graduating with Honors in FYCS
At UF there are three levels of honors; cum laude, magna cum laude (high), and summa cum laude (highest). You do not need to participate in the CALS Honors Program to graduate from UF with these honors.
If you are a current FYCS student, please review the materials in the FYCS Undergraduate Advising Hub.
The University Scholars Program introduces undergraduate students at the University of Florida to the exciting world of academic research.
In the program, students work one-on-one with UF faculty on selected research projects. Through this initiative, students will take away an understanding of and appreciation for the scholarly method.
A competition is held each spring within participating colleges for the University Scholars awards that includes a $1750 stipend. The program will consist of undertaking a full research project, under the guidance of a faculty member. The University Scholars Program serves as an exceptional capstone to the academic careers of UF students. Only 200 students from all disciplines are selected through a competitive process to participate in this program.
The CALS Honors Program at the University of Florida offers academically motivated students in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) an opportunity to enhance their education through advanced coursework, research, and a culminating thesis project. Designed for students with a strong academic record (3.75 GPA or higher), the program allows participants to gain a specialized honors certificate, graduate with honors or participate in the university scholars program.
For detailed information visit the CALS Honors Program page.
Writing a thesis for honors recognition requires you complete the following steps:
- Maintain a minimum 3.75 upper-level GPA
- Identify a thesis or research supervisor who will mentor you in undergraduate research,
- Submit a thesis proposal as an informal email to the Honors Committee Chair, Dr. Kimberly Wiley, (kimberlywiley@ufl.edu) with the phrase “Honors Thesis Proposal” in the subject line. Please submit your proposal and the CALS Honors Thesis Proposal Cover Page.
- Complete the equivalent of two semesters of undergraduate research.
- Work with your research supervisor to develop a thesis.
- Submit the final draft of your thesis along with the Thesis Submission Form to the the Honors Committee Chair, Dr. Kimberly Wiley, (kimberlywiley@ufl.edu). The FYCS Honors Chair will submit the thesis and cover page to the college on your behalf. The thesis must be a single author document written by the student.
FYCS Contact: Dr. Kimberly Wiley
