Examples of academic honors

Hey team, I'm completing my college applications and the 'Academic Honors' section has me stumped. What exactly counts as an academic honor? Could you guys give me some examples so I can better understand? Thanks in advance!

Sure, happy to help you clarify this! "Academic Honors" are any awards or recognition that you have received for outstanding achievements in your academic work. They can include both competitive awards and membership in honor societies. Here are some examples:

1. National Merit Scholarships or Finalist status: This is a highly prestigious achievement awarded based on your PSAT/NMSQT scores from your junior year of high school.

2. Advanced Placement (AP) Scholar Awards: These are awarded by the College Board based on the number of AP Exams you've passed and the scores you've received.

3. Membership in National Honor Society (NHS) or a subject-specific honor society like the Math Honor Society (Mu Alpha Theta), English Honor Society (NEHS), or Science Honor Society (Science National Honor Society). Do note that these memberships typically require that you meet certain academic standards and participate actively in the organization.

4. Awards from academic competitions or Olympiads: If you have competed in any regional, state or national academic competitions, such as a Math or Science Olympiad, or History Bowl, and received an award, this would count as an academic honor.

5. School-level Awards: These can include a place on the honor roll, a departmental award (e.g. the Senior English Award), or recognition as a valedictorian or salutatorian.

Remember to list your academic honors in order of prestige (from most to least), and if you're short on space, prioritize the ones that are most relevant to your intended field of study. Hopefully, these examples help you fill out that section of your applications!