College Park Scholars is a living-learning program that provides intellectual challenge and vibrant community for academically talented freshmen and sophomores. Learn more
Community is at the heart of the Scholars experience. We lay the foundation for students’ time with Scholars and on campus through a series of annua... read more
College Park Scholars has been coordinating an annual theme for each of the past few years. It’s a chance for students across our community to come ... read more
The following is the second of a two-part blog series, "The International Classroom." The first post offers the perspective of a Science, Technology a... read more
College Park Scholars is grieving over the loss of Marybeth Drechsler Sharp, who died June 5, 2018, after an 18-month battle with breast cancer. She w... read more
… [Scholars] offered many different ways of learning beyond conventional means. It offered an unmatched blend of unique speakers, interesting reads, effective simulations, self-reflection, educational study abroad trips, as well as the trip/course to the West Coast and more local educational experiences that are not found in other programs.
The part I like most is the sense of community formed within the program because, as a freshman, you’re not too sure where to begin to form friendships and lasting bonds, but College Park Scholars is a great place to do so.
