P R E S I D E N T I A L S C H O L A R

Honors Program

AC PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSFor students with a GPA of 90 or better

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You have Big Goals ...

You’re looking for freedom to explore your interests and an education to help you achieve your goals and dreams.

Explore the Opportunities

Join us and you’ll attend classes with students, who like you, are seeking a learning adventure.

The low student-teacher ratio of honors courses allows professors to place more emphasis on class discussion, service learning, and application. You’ll rub elbows with top college administrators and faculty, including the president of Amarillo College, and be mentored by outstanding community leaders. You’ll receive scholarships and unique travel opportunities beginning in your freshman year!

Start your college journey as a member of AC’s Presidential Scholars Program and experience something incredible.

Presidential Scholars receive an iPad 2

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You have Big Plans ...

You’re looking for an academically challenging environment where passionate professors and peers inspire you to learn more, do more and be more.

SCHOLARSHIPS:• Most Presidential Scholars receive

full tuition and fees, renewable every semester.

• Textbooks are provided for most Presidential Scholar courses through the lending library.

• Opportunities are available for transfer scholarships to several universities.

CURRICULUM:• Presidential Scholar core curriculum

mirrors that of nearly all “regular” core requirements.

• Students normally take one Presidential Scholar course each semester.

• Additional honors courses are also available in most departments.

Amarillo College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097; (404) 679-4501)

to award associate of arts degrees, associate of science degrees, associate of arts in teaching degrees, associate of applied science degrees, and certificates of completion.

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You have Big Dreams ...

Looking for a place to shine? The Amarillo College Presidential Scholar Honors Program offers just that.

Life Outside the Box

It’s not just about classes. If you’re all about active learning, exploration, self-discovery and pushing the academic envelope, honors experiential learning and service projects are for you.

TRAVEL:TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIPS• Take spring/summer trips to

places such as England, New York, and China.

FALL SEMESTER EXCURSION • Enjoy full scholarships to

metropolitan museums, symphonies and associated travel.

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P R E S I D E N T I A L S C H O L A R

Honors Program

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Most Presidential Scholars receive full tuition and fees, renewable every semester.

COMPLIMENTARY TEXTBOOKS Textbooks are provided for most Presidential Scholar courses.

TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES Travel scholarships are available to places such as England, New York and China.

HIGH-TECH TOOLS Receive an iPad 2 to put you on the cutting edge of technology.

TRANSFERABLE CREDITS Position yourself for transfer acceptance and scholarships.

NOTE: Universities want academically proven students.

ADVISORS WHO RELATE Connect with major-specific mentors and exceptional faculty.

DISTINCTIVE TRANSCRIPT Improve your résumé with a transcript that shows you chose honors courses for enrichment and service opportunities.

GET IT ALL AT AC Experience what it’s like to be a university upperclassman during your freshman year at AC—with small classes and unique travel opportunities— then do it again when you transition to a university.

a mind once stretched by a new idea never regains its original dimension.

- Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.

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______________________________________________________HIGH SCHOOL OR COLLEGE AWARDS AND HONORS

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QUALIFICATIONS:• GPA of 90 or better

• Top 10% of your class

• Successfully completed one or more AP courses

• Intellect, creativity and a desire to rub shoulders with like-minded students and faculty

TAKE THE NEXT STEP:1. For early decision, return the Honors

Program Application by Feb. 1st

via US mail or visit www.actx.edu/honors for an email application

2. Apply for AC Foundation scholarships by Feb. 1st. Visit www.actx.edu/foundation and click on General Scholarships

3. The most qualified students will be asked to complete an interview

On an additional page, please complete a computer generated narrative of 250-500 words explaining the reasons you wish to become an Amarillo College Presidential Scholar.

High school students: include a copy of your transcript or a note from a counselor indicating your current GPA and class rank.

A renewable scholarship, travel awards and mentors are offered to Presidential Scholars.

Return completed application ASAP via postal or email to: Judy Carter, Honors Program Coordinator Amarillo College Box 447 Amarillo, TX 79178

QUESTIONS? Contact Judy Carter jhcarter@actx.edu or (806) 371-5278

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