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67 courses with the subject HONS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

HONS 100Honors Seminar I []2

Introduction to the Honors Program and to scholarship at the college level. Study skills for academically accomplished students, community building, leadership development, and service learning. Campus resources. Avoiding common pitfalls. Participation in the university as an intellectual and human community. Required in a student's first year in Honors.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 101Honors Foundations []3

Introduction to the Honors Community and SCSU. Builds foundational inquiry and integrative learning skills. Required for student's first semester in Honors.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 106Honors Seminar II []1

Continuation of HONS 100. Community building, leadership development, service learning, and life skills for academically talented students. Required in a student's first year in Honors.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 110Honors Mathematics []3

Introduction to problem solving and decision making strategies using mathematical and logical modes of thinking. Development of skills to communicate, defend, and evaluate solutions and decisions. Substitutes for MATH 193 or STAT 193, by departmental approval, in any SCSU requirement.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 111Honors Diversity Mathematics (Diversity/MGM) []3

Same as 110, but with special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 113Honors Gender Focus Mathematics (Diversity/MGM-Gender)

[Credits: 3] Same as 110, but with special focus on gender-related subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 130Honors Natural Science with Lab or Field Experience [Credits

3] Introduction to natural science principles and the methods of scientific inquiry incorporating practical experience in the lab or field. Content varies, reflecting a wide range of natural science disciplines. Lab.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 131Honors Natural Science with Lab or Field Experience

(Diversity/MGM) [Credits: 3] Same as 130, but with a special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 133Honors Natural Science with Lab or Field Experience

(Diversity/MGM-Gender) [Credits: 3] Same as 130, but with a special focus on gender-related subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 140Honors Non-lab Natural Science []3

Introduction to natural science principles and the methods of scientific inquiry in a classroom setting. Content varies, reflecting a wide range of natural science disciplines.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 141Honors Non-lab Natural Science (Diversity/MGM) [Credits

3] Same as 140, but with a special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 143Honors Non-lab Natural Science (Diversity/MGM-Gender)

[Credits: 3] Same as 140, but with a special focus on gender-related subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 160Honors English Composition []4

Introduction to effective communication through the writing process. Content varies, reflecting humankind's literary and intellectual wealth and the variety of ways to approach it. Substitutes for ENGL 191 or ENGL 198 in any SCSU requirement. Pre-Requisite(s):

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 161Honors English Composition (Diversity/MGM) []4

Same as HONS 160, but with a special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter. Pre-Requisite(s):

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
Alias
HONS 160
HONS 163Honors English Composition (Diversity/MGM-Gender)

[Credits: 4] Same as HONS 160, but with a special focus on gender-related subject matter. Pre-Requisite(s):

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
Alias
HONS 160
HONS 168Honors Information Literacy []1

Introduction to college-level research using a variety of online tools and resources. Will include a focus on learning efficient research strategies and critically evaluating materials. Cannot also receive credit for IM 104 or 204.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 170Introduction to Communication Studies []3

Interpersonal communication, small group communication and public speaking. Theory and experience to relate meaningfully, think critically, organize clearly, and speak and listen effectively. Substitutes for CMST 192 in any SCSU requirement.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 180Honors English Composition Alternative []3

An alternate way to meet the Goal 1 writing requirement when taken with 198.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 181Honors English Composition Alternative (Diversity-MGM

Gender) [Credits: 3] Same as 180, but with a special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 183Honors English Composition Alternative (Diversity/MGM

Gender) [Credits: 3] Same as 180, but with a special focus on gender-related subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 195Topics Course []1.00-4.00

Experimental, temporary or trial course for groups of students all engaged in the same topic. Topic varies from semester to semester or 195

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 198Honors Research Paper Alternative []1

When paired with 196 or with another Honors English offering, an alternate way to meet the Goal 1 writing requirement for students with certain kinds of English transfer or AP credits, as described in Honors Goal Area 1. Students with prior credits in English need to see an adviser to determine which classes will finish out the Honors writing requirement. Pre-Requisite(s):

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 199Independent Study []1.00-16.00

Credit for independent work by a single student arranged and supervised by a faculty member.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
16
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 210Honors Ethical and Civic Responsibility []3

Introduction to the rights and responsibilities of citizens, institutions, and governing bodies. Skills in responsible, participatory citizenship.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 211Honors Ethical and Civic Responsibility (Diversity/MGM)

[Credits: 3] Same as 210, but with a special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 213Honors Ethical and Civic Responsibility (Diversity/MGM

Gender) [Credits: 3] Same as 210, but with a special focus on gender-related subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 220Honors Human and Physical Environment []3

Introduction to the interrelatedness of human society and the environment taught from a natural science point of view. Examination of the connection between bio-physical and socio-cultural systems.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 221Honors Human and Physical Environment (Diversity/MGM)

[Credits: 3] Same as 220, but with a special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 223Honors Human and Physical Environment (Diversity/MGM

Gender) [Credits: 3] Same as 220, but with a special focus on gender-related subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 230Honors Fine Arts []3

Introduction to visual and performing arts. Content varies.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 231Honors Fine Arts (Diversity/MGM) []3

Same as 230, but with a special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 233Honors Fine Arts (Diversity/MGM-Gender) []3

Same as 230, but with a special focus on gender-related subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 240Honors Literature and Humanities []3

Introduction to reading, thinking and writing about literature or other humanities in general. Content varies.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 241Honors Literature and Humanities (Diversity/MGM) [Credits

3] Same as 240, but with special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 250Honors Philosophy []3

Introduction to critical thinking about basic questions in any area of life or existence. Content varies, reflecting the wide range in philosophical inquiry and in ways to approach it.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 251Honors Diversity Philosophy (Diversity/MGM) []3

Same as 250, but with special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 253Honors Philosophy (Diversity/MGM-Gender) []3

Same as 250 but with special focus on gender-related subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 260Honors Social Science []3

An introduction to the nature and methods of social science. Content varies, reflecting the range of human sciences and approaches to learning about them.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 261Honors Diversity Social Science (Diversity/MGM) []3

Same as 260, but with special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 263Honors Social Science (Diversity/MGM-Gender) []3

Same as 260, but with special focus on gender-related subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 295Topics Course []1.00-4.00

Experimental, temporary or trial course for groups of students all engaged in the same topic. Topic varies from semester to semester or section to section. A specific content offering may be offered under a topics course number up to three times, after which departments must file for a permanent course number.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 299Independent Study []1.00-16.00

Credit for independent work by a single student arranged and supervised by a faculty member.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
16
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 300Special Topics []3

Special Topics.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 301Special Topics (Diversity/MGM) []3

Special Topics.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 303Special Topics (Diversity/MGM- Gender) []3

Special Topics.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 395Topics Course []1.00-4.00

Experimental, temporary or trial course for groups of students all engaged in the same topic. Topic varies from semester to semester or section to section. A specific content offering may be offered under a topics course number up to three times, after which departments must file for a permanent course number.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 399Independent Study []1.00-16.00

Credit for independent work by a single student arranged and supervised by a faculty member.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
16
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 400Undergraduate Research or Scholarly Activity [1.00

16.00] Credit for independent research by a single student arranged and supervised by a faculty member.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 410Advanced Honors Ethical and Civic Responsibility []3

Advanced examination of the rights and responsibilities of citizens, 196

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 411Advanced Honors Ethical and Civic Responsibility []3

Same as 410, but with a special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 413Advanced Honors Ethical and Civic Responsibility []3

Same as 410, but with a special focus on gender-related subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 420Advanced Honors Human and Physical Environment [Credits

3] Advanced examination of the interrelatedness of human society and the environment taught from a natural science point of view. Examination of the connection between bio-physical and socio-cultural systems.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 421Advanced Honors Human and Physical Environment [Credits

3] Same as 420, but with a special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 423Advanced Honors Human and Physical Environment [Credits

3] Same as 420, but with a special focus on gender-related subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 430Advanced Honors Humanities and Fine Arts []3

Advanced examination of critical analysis of the behavior, ideas, and values expressed in works of human imagination and thought. Content varies, reflecting a variety of social and historical contexts.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 431Advanced Honors Humanities and Fine Arts []3

Same as 430, but with a special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 433Advanced Honors Humanities and Fine Arts []3

Same as 430, but with a special focus on gender-related subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 440Advanced Honors Literature []3

Advanced examination to reading, thinking and writing about literature. Content varies, reflecting humankind's literary wealth and the variety of ways to approach it.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 441Advanced Honors Literature []3

Same as 440, but with a special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 443Advanced Honors Literature []3

Same as 440, but with a special focus on gender-related subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 444Internship: Undergraduate []1.00-16.00

Credit for off-campus professional experience with industry partners, non-profit organizations or government agencies.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
16
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 460Advanced Honors Social Science []3

Advanced examination to the nature and methods of social science. Content varies, reflecting the range of human sciences and approaches to learning about them.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 461Advanced Honors Social Science []3

Same as 460, but with a special focus on multicultural, international, or ethnic subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 463Advanced Honors Social Science []3

Same as 460, but with a special focus on gender-related subject matter.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 488Practicum: Undergraduate []1.00-16.00

Observational learning experience. May include supervised work in a single setting.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
16
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 495Topics Course []1.00-4.00

Experimental, temporary or trial course for groups of students all engaged in the same topic. Topic varies from semester to semester or section to section. A specific content offering may be offered under a topics course number up to three times, after which departments must file for a permanent course number.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu
HONS 499Independent Study []1.00-16.00

Credit for independent work by a single student arranged and supervised by a faculty member.

Subject
HONS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
16
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.stcloudstate.edu

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