Honors Program
Fall 2012 Honors
Admission for the Honors TAP program is on a rolling basis. Students who submit applications before specific registration deadlines for the various terms (fall, intersession, spring and summer) might be eligible for priority registration. Below are the eligibility guidelines for various students:
Student entering from high school:
3.5 GPA
1600 SAT
Eligible for English 101 and Math 102
Student currently attending college:
3.25 grade point average in 12 transferable units
Eligible for English 101 and Math 102
Complete the application, attach all the necessary paperwork (read the instructions) and submit to the Faculty Mailroom, located on the first floor of the Business Education Building. Applications should be addressed to John Vento.
About the Honors Program
The Honors Transfer Alliance Program offers the opportunity for priority admission to many major universities throughout the state. A seminar-like atmosphere stems from the small class size (maximum of 18), leading to lively discussions between students and professors.
Students are encouraged to work closely with faculty to pursue creative and/or independent projects. The program also stresses writing, research and critical thinking skills. The course offerings are designed to facilitate transfer to a four-year university. We offer the services of an honors counselor to assist students in planning their courses.
Honors Forms
All forms are PDFs.
Students
- Honors Program Application
- Honors Transfer Alliance Contract for Honors Option Credit
- Approved Honors Faculty for Honors Options Contract 2013
Faculty
Honors Program Frequently Asked Questions
- Are honors classes more difficult?
- Will my grade point average go down if I take honors classes?
- What other advantages are there to being a member of the Honors Program?
Students actually tell us they believe honors classes are better rather than harder- they are more fulfilling because of the close interaction among faculty and students.
hideThe opportunities for writing, for discussion, for help and feedback can make it easier to do well. And as your writing, research, and thinking skills improve, you'll see the benefits in your other classes as well.
hideIn the past, coordinators have arranged excursions to the J.P. Getty Museum and the Huntington Library, among other activities. Many honors students also participate in AVC chapters of national collegiate honors societies, such as Alpha Gamma Sigma and Alpha Mu Gamma.
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