English majors with high overall academic standing and a minimum 3.3 grade point average in the major may seek the recommendation of any English faculty member for admission to EN 470 (Senior Thesis).

Students interested in this option should discuss the qualifications and options during the junior year, develop a thesis proposal with the counsel of the recommending instructor, and file an application by the November preceding the graduation date.

High achievement in a senior thesis, combined with the English grade point average, may lead to the distinction of honors, high honors, or highest honors in English (distinct from the overall University awards).