Opportunities for Excellence

A Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK education extends far beyond the classroom.

The combination of academic and extracurricular experiences you pursue inside and outside of class will increase the return on your education exponentially!

Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK offers numerous opportunities for you to challenge yourself and flourish. So go ahead. Pursue more rigorous coursework, tackle a research project, dive into community service, seek openings to take on leadership roles, try new clubs, meet new people and explore new interests. Dare to imagine and then create your own unique path. Along the way, you’ll be better prepared for your career, graduate school or professional school – not to mention this journey called life.

Honors Program

The flourishing Honors Program at Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK offers bright, ambitious students an enhanced educational experience and merit grants that help cover tuition, preferential housing and course selection, field trips, graduate school placement, career placement, and more.

Honors Program at Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK

Barre Scholars

Our prestigious Barre Scholars Program is for students who are looking for exceptional opportunities to set themselves apart from the crowd and challenge themselves academically. Admitted students with excellent academic credentials may be invited to become a Barre Scholar.

Barre Scholars at Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK

Bonner Leader

Students with a passion for public service and a desire to be a positive force in their community, may be a good fit for Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK University's Bonner Leader .From its introduction by the Bonner Foundation in 1990, the Bonner Leader Program has grown to a nationally acclaimed, multi-faceted civic engagement and leadership program hosted by a network of more than 70 colleges and universities.

Bonner Leader Program at Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK

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I am proud to represent the school as a Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK business student and member of the Honors Program as well as on the soccer field as a part of the Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK Men’s Soccer Team. 

Nick Kinzler
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I want to use my past service experiences as the ground work for my future at Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK to grow closer to my new home.

Bhavika (Nikki) Dawar

Fulbright Program

Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK University seniors, graduate students and recent graduates may be eligible to apply for a prestigious Fulbright U.S. Student Program grant to study, conduct research or teach in over 140 countries.

Fulbright Program at Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK

Guthrie Scholars Program

A unique partnership with Guthrie Health System’s Robert Packer Hospital provides opportunity for a semester-long clinical experience, which includes clinical research, shadowing, surgery observation, access to the skills lab, and a ride on a medical helicopter.

Guthrie Scholars Program at Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK

Adventure Education

Our Adventure Education Program lets students learn leadership and teamwork, while having fun white-water rafting, hiking, and mountain biking. Our full-time adventure coordinator encourages students to step out of their comfort zone, while promoting wellness and self-awareness.

Adventure Education at Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK

Study Abroad

As a liberal arts institute, Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK University values scholars who are broadly trained, critical thinkers and skilled communicators. The Study Abroad Office works to give all students opportunities to have experiences abroad, whether these experiences are a week, summer, or semester long. 

Study Abroad Opportunities

Quality & Relevance

Our entrepreneurial attitude and size - about 2,200 undergraduates - combined with our relentless pursuit of quality and relevance - make us a university like no other. We don't hold back when it comes to offering routes to help you reach your goals.

Â鶹ÊÓƵAPKEDGE

Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK is committed to providing students with the opportunities of a large research institution in the caring, intimate environment of a small private university.

Â鶹ÊÓƵAPKEDGE Program

E-Mentoring Program

E-mentors are current students who help first-years settle in to life at Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK. Assigned to students with common interests, e-mentors connect with new students the summer before their first year and continue through the first semester.

E-Mentoring Program at Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK

Scholarships

Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK is committed to making education affordable and gives sharp students a significant cut with merit scholarships.

Scholarship Opportunities