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YOUR TOOLKIT FOR CREATING TOMORROW

The Franke Honors College is the only college in the United States to offer the Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation (BCII), a dual-degree that pairs student teams with industry partners to address real challenges. BCII students develop valuable networks as well as a portfolio of projects that showcase creative problem-solving skills and impact.

EXPLORE THE BCII

WE SEEK.

WE CONNECT.

WE CREATE.

WE EVOLVE.

WE CELEBRATE!

TOGETHER, WE ARE FRANKE HONORS WILDCATS.

Grounded in the resources of a globally ranked research university, the W.A. Franke Honors College provides the opportunity to take small classes with the University of Arizona’s top educators, engage in research and creative expression with the University’s top researchers, designers, and artists, experience the world through study abroad, and create lifelong friends through shared experiences.

Seek ways of thinking, connect with others, create experiences and knowledge, evolve and grow as humans, and celebrate that growth. Don't wait to make an impact. The world needs you now.

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Application Process

Applying to the Franke Honors College requires just a few additional materials, once you've completed you University of Arizona application.

APPLY TO FRANKE HONORS

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Research and Creative Inquiry

Customize your undergraduate experience with research and creative inquiry opportunities designed around your goals and interests.

EXPLORE OPPORTUNITIES

Connect with Community

Mentorship, service, professional development, and FUN—get involved in clubs and programs with other Franke Honors students.

GET INVOLVED

Franke Honors Calendar of Events

INNOVATIVE ACADEMIC PROGRAMMING

The Franke Honors College offers academic programming that enhances a student's chosen degree path through transdisciplinary study, experiential learning, and funded, faculty-mentored research and creative inquiry.

PURSUE YOUR PASSION

Discover your path through Honors.

Fund your dreams.

Find support from an experienced Franke Honors Wildcat through PATH Mentoring.

Maximize your potential with support from the Office of Nationally Competitive Scholarships.

NEWS

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It's an Honor: Lessons in Leadership and Opportunity with Terry J. Lundgren

Wednesday

In this episode of It's an Honor, Dr. Pollard speaks with Terry J. Lundgren, former Chairman and CEO of Macy’s, Inc. and founder of the Terry J. Lundgren Center for Retailing at the University of Arizona.

Assistant Professor Allyson Roof, PhD Receives 2026 5-Star Teaching Award

Tuesday

The W.A. Franke Honors College is thrilled to recognize Dr. Allyson Roof as the winner of the University of Arizona's 2026 5-Star Teaching Award.

U of A Graduate Leverages Fulbright Preparation to Earn Admission to Yale

Monday

David Zúñiga worked closely with the Office of Nationally Competitive Scholarships to apply for a Fulbright award last year, an experience which was instrumental in preparing him for future opportunities.

Quest Drop-In Office Hours

Are you interested in starting a Quest project? Visit the virtual Quest Drop-in hours to learn more about exploring topics, finding a mentor, and brainstorming what your project can look like.

5 – 6 p.m., Today

Honors Medical Academy

The Honors Medicine Academy is designed to support and prepare Bachelor of Science in Medicine (BSM) students affiliated with the W.A. Franke Honors College in pursuing careers in the healthcare field.

2 – 4 p.m., May 1, 2026

Thesis Support Space

New this semester: the Franke Thesis Support Space!

Every other Friday afternoon, Franke Honors will be providing a dedicated space for thesis students to work on their thesis, ask questions of a Franke Honors staff member, get access to resources, and connect with others. Every month will be themed towards parts of the thesis process and feature guided activity and insight from experts in that area.

This time and space is open to seniors currently working on their thesis.

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