Introduction

W.E.B. Du Bois Honors Program 2025-2026

Thank you for your interests in the W.E.B. Du Bois Honors Program!

OVERVIEW

The W.E.B. Du Bois Honors Program experience is one that offers students both exceptional academic and extracurricular opportunities. These opportunities are designed for students (of all majors) who are intellectually curious, capable, and interested in making the most of their time at Huston-Tillotson University. The staff members of the Du Bois Honors Program are dedicated to assisting students achieve their academic and personal goals.

The goals of our W.E.B. Du Bois Honors Program are as:
  • To motivate academically gifted and talented students
  • To foster intellectual independence and the pursuit of academic excellence
  • To intensify the learning experience at Huston-Tillotson University
  • To prepare students for graduate schools and professional careers
  • To promote lifelong learning
Visit this site to learn more about the W.E.B. Du Bois Honors Program.


INSTRUCTIONS

Take 15 to 30 minutes to complete the W.E.B. Du Bois Honors Program scholarship application. Application can be saved and finished in multiple seatings.

Only 1 application submission please. Do not submit more than one application.

To proceed through the application, click the Next button at the bottom of the page.

It is highly recommended to have the following items available when completing the application (PDF format recommended):
1. High School Transcript
2. Writing Sample
3. Letter of Recommendations


WRITING SAMPLE
Write an essay indicating why you want to become an Honors Scholar in the W.E.B. Du Bois Honors Program at Huston-Tillotson University.

Ensure the following is met:
(1) Elaborate on the contributions of Dr. W.E.B. Du Bois's to society? Clearly articulate why Dr. W.E.B. Du Bois is important to both society and Huston-Tillotson University?
(2) Link your academic and extracurricular qualifications to the scholarship of Dr. W.E.B. Du Bois;
(3) Expound upon why you believe you would be a good candidate for the W.E.B. DuBois Honors Program at Huston-Tillotson University, and how you can contribute to the success of the Honors program.

Format: approximately 600 to 800 words type-written pages, double-spaced, 1” margins using Microsoft Word


LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATIONS
-Letter #1: Principal or Counselor
-Letter #2: Senior Year Teacher or Community Leader


DEADLINES
- Priority Selection, submit by 11:59pm CST February 14, 2025
- Program Selection, submit by 11:59pm CST February 28, 2025

Note: late applicants may still apply, however considerations will only be made should a spot become available


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For questions, contact Dr. Jennifer Miles, Honors Program Director at jpmiles@htu.edu or 512.505.3100. Allow 24 - 48 business hours for response.

Huston-Tillotson University is closed for Winter Break December 19, 2024 - January 1, 2025.

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