Patrick Leahy Honors College

An academic and residential college that enrolls some of the most capable students from the full spectrum of academic programs at UVM, the Patrick Leahy Honors College provides a rigorous, multi-disciplinary academic challenge that complements and enriches the entire undergraduate experience.

Our Mission

We are a dynamic college that embeds the liberal arts in a culture of research and scholarly inquiry, serving all undergraduate students at UVM who seek opportunities to excel in scholarship, leadership, and civic engagement.  

Our Vision

We strive to create a vibrant community rooted in inclusive values, where students are empowered through experiential learning and grow into courageous thinkers and compassionate leaders.  

In the Patrick Leahy Honors College, we value:

• Inquiry driven by curiosity, intellectual risk-taking, and engagement with the problems of our time. 
• Intellectual growth and the creation of knowledge.  
• A diverse and inclusive community experience, grounded in empathy, that combines academic exploration with wellbeing and belonging. 
• Independent and critical thinking within a culture of integrity, accountability, and courageous leadership. 
• Compassionate service to our community and to our world.