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Page 1: Exploring SUNY’s Honors Programs. CollegeFairs09 Outline for Today’s Presentation:  Overview of the characteristics typically found in an Honors program.

Exploring SUNY’s Honors

Programs

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Outline for Today’s Presentation:

Overview of the characteristics typically found in an Honors program Each presenter will speak about the program that students will find on similar campuses Success Stories Handout, Q & A Wrap-Up

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University Centers and Doctoral Degree Granting Institutions University Colleges Technology Colleges Community Colleges

Where Will You Find SUNY Honors Programs?

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Use the SUNY Honors Program handout Visit individual campus Web sites Communicate with admission counselors and campus honors program coordinators

Best Ways to Research SUNY Honors Programs?

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Students who did well in high school and pursued advanced coursework Students seeking challenging, new experiences – in and out of the classroom -- Independent study or research, study abroad, honors thesis, graduate work

Who is a Good Candidate for an Honors Program?

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Admission is more selective

Admission procedures

Admission to an Honors Program?

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How Will Participation in an Honors Program be Recognized?

Designation of Distinction on the transcript and/or diploma

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What are the Benefits of Being in an Honors Program?

Registration privileges

Get to know faculty

Get to know community of students

Graduate tuition waiver

Scholarships

Higher level of learning

Entrée for graduate schools

Inclusion in special campus events

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Housing for Honors Students

Special/Honors Housing

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A variety of scholarship opportunities exist, differ from campus to campus Scholarships may be renewed for 2-4 years of study

Check with campuses about scholarship amounts and requirements

Scholarship Eligible

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Special mentoring and/or academic advising services

Small class size

Independent study, research

What Academic Opportunities Can an Honors Program Student Expect?

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Higher level discussion Special honors projects Individualized projects Unique academic coursework and/or research opportunities

How Will Honors Program Students be Challenged?

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Success Stories

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Explore your SUNY choices on the Web Contact or visit Honors Program coordinators Apply early Review all correspondence from your colleges Be mindful of all deadlines

Wrap-up

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Handouts & Questions

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