Courses

Students sitting in an Honors class at UMass Amherst

About

We offer three Honors Signature courses, designed especially for CHC students, and a variety of thought-provoking, discussion-based courses taught by inspiring faculty.

In addition to a large selection of honors seminars, colloquia, and independent study options, you may include study abroad, Five College, and other courses for honors course credit through a petition process.

Signature Courses

Our Honors Signature courses, designed especially for Commonwealth Honors College students, offer the chance to explore intriguing topics with fellow CHC students from all disciplines in small, inquiry-based classes.