The Honors Program at Ó£ÌÒɬ¸£Àû¼§ is a close-knit community of highly-motivated students and experienced faculty. Together they tailor a variety of learning experiences to fit students’ academic needs. We challenge you to see connections among various disciplines and to gain an integrated worldview.
How to Apply
To join the Honors Program, all eligible students should enroll in the Honors section of CORE 115 Common Ground. At the midterm point of the course, you may apply to the Honors Program.
Honors students at Ó£ÌÒɬ¸£Àû¼§ can major in any offered undergraduate program. If an Honors course does not exist your study area, faculty will help you design extra work in a standard class to earn Honors credits. With the Mount’s small class sizes, students receive the personal attention necessary to achieve academic and personal success.
Eligibility Criteria
The Honors Program welcomes traditional students who meet the following criteria:
- ACT-SAT scores at the 75th percentile level.
- Upper 25 percent class rank is preferred, but not required, as class rank numbers vary by high school.
- A 3.2 GPA or higher.
- High school course selections that indicate a desire and an ability to undertake vigorous academic challenges.
Features
Students in the Honors Program have a variety of opportunities to expand their learning beyond the typical classroom expectation, such as the following:
- Priority registration each semester.
- One-on-one collaboration with faculty/mentors.
- Honors Program designation on official transcript and diploma.
- Special access to campus speakers and guests.
- Participation in regional and national conferences.