Experiential Education that Pushes Boundaries.
The Legacy Program encompasses the requirements for all students who joined the John Martinson Honors Program prior to the Fall 2023 semester. Students who joined in Fall 2023 or later are enrolled in the Reimagined Program.
Honors Distinction
Throughout their time in the program, students are required to fulfill a set of Honors requirements. Successful completion of these requirements will allow them to graduate with Honors Distinction.
Prior to graduation, students will receive a letter indicating their Honors Distinction eligibility status. Students who successfully complete all requirements will have Honors Distinction notated on their academic transcript.
Honors Distinction Requirements
Honors GPA Requirement
Members of the Honors Program are expected to maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 during their undergraduate term.
If a student’s grades drop beneath this threshold, they are placed on Honors Probation and will be at risk of being removed from the Honors Program.
If you are experiencing academic issues or difficulties, we encourage you to contact your Academic and Honors Advisors for assistance.
How Many Requirements Do I Have?
The number of requirements students need to complete varies according to when they joined the Honors Program.
Admitted in Fall of First Year:
6 requirements
Admitted in Spring of First Year:
5 requirements
Admitted in Second Year:
4 requirements
Interdisciplinary Seminar Options
The Honors Interdisciplinary Seminar requirement can be fulfilled by taking one of the following options. These options count towards requirement progress.
Honors First Year Inquiry
(HONR 1310)
Honors Interdisciplinary Seminar
(HONR 3310)
Honors Dialogue of Civilization
(HONR 3309)
How Can I Satisfy My Honors Requirements?
Students can fulfill their Honors requirements through academic courses, global opportunities, research & creative endeavors, and community service activities. Please consult with your Honors Advisor if you need support creating a plan to meet your requirements.
Academic Courses
Honors Discovery
Required for all First-Year, First-Semester admits into the Honors Program.
Honors First-Year Inquiry Series (HONR 1310)
Inside the Honors Studio Series
Research & Creative Endeavors
Honors Directed Study
Honors Interdisciplinary Thesis
Honors Self-Directed Global Experience
PEAK Award – Base Camp & Above
HETA Award
Honors Propel Grant
Independent Research Petition
Eligibility determined by review of research experience form, research conducted while on co-op is not eligible.
Global Experiences
Dialogue of Civilization (DOC)
Students who participate in an Honors DOC will receive two (2) Honors courses towards their requirements, including their Honors Interdisciplinary Seminar (HONR 3309).
Honors at Monash
Traditional Semester Abroad
Global Co-Op
Semester In/Summer In
Community Engagement & Service
NU Official Alternative Spring Break (ASB)
Reflection required to receive credit, Spring Break options only.
Service-Learning Courses
Previously enrolled SL attribute courses can retroactively count as of Fall 2024.