Aspire
In this section:What is the TSC Aspire Honors Program?
The TSC Aspire program provides a seamless transfer path for students seeking a more personalized, affordable experience before attending Florida State University.
Aspire Honors is designed for highly motivated, academically advanced students who aspire to become innovative, future-ready leaders.
Our program offers a dynamic and challenging academic environment where students:
- Engage in small, interactive classes
- Receive personalized mentoring
- Participate in exclusive Honors Signature Enrichment Experiences that foster leadership, original research, and future-ready skills that prepare you for your next steps at FSU.
What Makes Aspire Honors Different?
Innovative Curriculum and Empowering Support
Students complete at least 18 credit hours in Honors-level courses designed to foster critical thinking and intellectual growth. Honors classes are small, interactive, and taught by dedicated faculty.
Honors Signature Enrichment Experiences
Honors Leadership Institute (HLI)
The Honors Leadership Institute helps you build real leadership skills so you can lead with confidence, purpose, and impact. Through hands-on experiences and connections with campus, community, and industry leaders, you gain the tools and network you need to thrive in your academic and career journey.
Undergraduate Research
Undergraduate Research gives you the chance to dive into topics you care about, work closely with faculty, and create original projects that showcase your ideas and talents. Through personalized hands-on experience, you’ll build future-ready skills, strengthen your academic and career pathway, and gain opportunities to present, publish, and make your mark.
Honors Portfolio
The Honors Portfolio is your culminating experience. This is a chance to thoughtfully curate your best work and highlight your growth throughout Aspire Honors. By showcasing your achievements, skills, and reflection, you’ll leave with a polished portfolio you can use to stand out in future academic and professional opportunities.
High-Impact and Advanced Learning Honors Courses
High-Impact and Advanced Learning Honors Courses challenge you to think deeply, engage actively, and push your academic skills to the next level. With small classes and specialized faculty, you will explore big ideas, broaden your perspectives, and gain the confidence and experience you need to excel in your future pathway.
Why Should You Be Part of Aspire Honors?
When you join the Aspire Honors Program, you become part of a supportive community committed to your success. You will have the guidance, resources, and experiences you need to stand out, including:
- Personalized mentoring
- Priority registration
- Exclusive events
- Networking opportunities
- A professional Honors Portfolio
- Special recognition at graduation
How Can I Get Into Aspire Honors?
Step 1: Check Your Eligibility
Make sure you meet one of the following:
- Unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Or SAT score of 1240+
- Or ACT score of 25 +
Step 2: Complete the Aspire Honors Program Application
Click here to fill out the online application form, including basic information, academic details, and your intended program of study.
Step 3: Await Review and Decision
Your application will be reviewed by our Aspire Honors Program team. You will receive your acceptance decision by email.
Step 4: Begin your Aspire Honors Journey
Once accepted, you will meet with our Aspire Honors Program Coordinator to develop your academic pathway, build your schedule, and register for your Honors Signature Enrichment Experiences.
Rise to your potential, challenge yourself, and shape your future with Aspire Honors!