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Hamel Honors & Scholars College
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The University of New Hampshire Hamel Honors and Scholars College provides a community for academically motivated students who want to take their college education to a higher level.

 


Flexible

Students choose the courses and experiences that will enrich their UNH education


Hands-On

Putting learning into practice with a focus on impact


Innovative

Finding new approaches to learning and doing



Fall 2024 Acceptance Rate: 9.6%

Interested in becoming an honors student?

The Hamel Honors and Scholars College enrolls academically motivated students who want to take their college education to a higher level. Sound like you?

 
"Not only will the Hamel Honors and Scholars College prepare students for future accomplishments, it will support them in making an impact here and now — in their academic fields and in their communities, from UNH to the whole world."

- Catherine Peebles, honors director

 

Upcoming Honors Events

 

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UNH Celebrates Official Opening of Hamel Honors and Scholars College

UNH Celebrates Official Opening of Hamel Honors and Scholars College

$20M gift funds expansion of program and renovation of building

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Nicholls ’25 Earns Goldwater Scholarship

Nicholls ’25 Earns Goldwater Scholarship

Junior hopes to pursue career in medical genetics research

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Hamel Scholars Meet Governor, Engage With Innovative Technology During Retreat

Hamel Scholars Meet Governor, Engage With Innovative Technology During Retreat

Incoming cohort visits State House in Concord and DEKA in Manchester as part of week-long experience

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