Students at Lawrence can earn academic honors in several ways, from appearing on the annual Dean’s List to completing an honors project to receiving honors at graduation. Excellence in academic achievement is also recognized by awards and prizes and election to academic honor societies.

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The Dean's List

The Dean’s List is an annual honor roll of students demonstrating exemplary academic performance.

Learn about Dean's List
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Honors at Graduation

The faculty of Lawrence University grants honors at graduation both to encourage and recognize superior academic performance. Honors in Course and Honors in Independent Study are two distinctive academic achievements. 

Learn about Honors at Graduation

Learn about Honors Projects

You may earn Honors in Independent Study through the successful completion and defense of an honors project. 

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Academic Honor Societies

Honor societies recognize academic excellence and leadership amongst Lawrentians. 

Learn about Honor Societies