Honors College Application

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D is a junior, but wants to apply next year. Reading old threads it says the Honors College Application is long and tough.

What exactly does it entail?

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As I recall, 3 very long essays.

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I’m applying right now–there are two long essays (500-1000 words each) and one short essay (150-250 words). A student resume is optional to add, but in my opinion it’s pretty important as it allows you to expand on more extracurriculars and work experience than the general USC application does.

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Thanks @avepatd . Can you tell me whether the two long questions the same or different from last year? I was hoping they’d update the webpage, but they haven’t.

https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/undergraduate_admissions/honors_and_scholars_programs/essay_prompts.php

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Yes, the two longer essays are different questions. I’m assuming the shorter essay stays the same, though; it just asks you to explain why you’re interested in the honors college.

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@avepatd I was wondering if my DD should save the Common App essay for the Honors college. The longer essays are not “personal reflections” kinds? Did you submit main essay for USC app in addition to the short essay?

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The long essays are somewhat personal reflections. I’m not sure what you mean by the “main essay.” The general USC application requires you to submit a short personal statement, while the Honors application requires the one short essay and two longer ones.