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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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