Changemaker Scholars curriculum: By combining a unique honors curriculum with co-curricular and experiential learning opportunities, the program encourages students to develop a deeper understanding of social problems and to work collaboratively with community partners to develop innovative approaches to problems in our region.
Experiential Learning Opportunities: The program includes and encourages experiential opportunities in community engagement, research, alternative breaks, study abroad, and internships.
Scholarships (4 years): The Changemaker Scholars scholarship is $9,000 per year for up to four years.
A Cohort Experience: The Changemaker Scholars program admits up to 50 students each year who go through the program as a cohort. Students have the opportunity to take classes and collaborate with their peers throughout their time at ETSU.
Membership in the Honors Living and Learning Community: Changemaker Scholars have the opportunity to live in the Honors LLC in Carter Hall, where they will live with other honors students, have additional co-curricular support and social opportunities.
Advising and Mentoring: Changemaker Scholars get advising and mentoring from Honors College faculty and staff as well as peer mentors.
Support in Applying for Nationally Competitive Scholarships: We encourage and assist students in applying for Nationally Competitive Scholarships like the Gilman, Critical Language, Goldwater, Truman, Udall, Humanity in Action, and others.
Priority Registration: Honors students are permitted to register for courses early, which insures an opportunity to register for desired courses that best fit with their schedule.
Leadership: Changemaker Scholars have the opportunity to be leaders in the Honors College through the Honors College Student Council, the Honors LLC, Honors Ambassadors, and/or Changemaker Program mentors.
Social Events and Activities: As a community of high-achieving and highly engaged students in a variety of honors programs, the Honors College regularly hosts co-curricular and social events for members of the honors community.
NOTE: You must apply first to ETSU and use your @etsu.edu email to apply to Honors College Programs
If you don’t know your ETSU email address, contact the Admissions Office to get it.