The Honors Program

The fall 2026 application period will be open from October 1, 2025 - January 16, 2026

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The Lyles College of Engineering Honors Program emphasizes academic excellence, leadership, service, global perspective, entrepreneurship and innovation. Students in the Honors Program have access to individualized learning options, research projects, access to industry leaders, opportunities for internships, and opportunities for hands-on learning.

Honors Program first time freshmen students will receive the Husband-Boeing Honors Scholarship or the Lyles Family Honors Scholarship of $26,500 payable over eight semesters and/or up to four years of undergraduate studies at Fresno State. Transfer students will receive $13,250 payable over four semesters and/or up to  two years of undergraduate studies at Fresno State.

Application Process: 

1. Apply to Fresno State's Undergraduate Admissions in the LCOE by Nov. 30, 2025
   
   
2. Complete the Fresno State Scholarship Application by March 1, 2026
   
   
3. Complete the Fall 2026 Lyles College of Engineering Honors Program Application by January 16, 2026.
   (Application period is October 1, 2025 - January 16, 2026)

To apply for the LCOE honors program, you must first complete the Fresno State General Scholarship Application. After you complete the general scholarship application, you will be able to view and apply for the honors scholarship. The scholarship requirements and supplemental program application will be visible under the “opportunities” directory.

Download Honors Program informational flier

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