1. SUNY COLLEGE FAIR!
Exploring SUNY’s
Honors Programs

2. 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

3. Where Will You Find SUNY’s Honors Programs?
University Centers and Doctoral Degree
Granting Institutions
University Colleges
Technology Colleges
Community Colleges

4. Best Ways to Research SUNY’s Honors Programs?
Use the SUNY Honors Program handout
Visit individual campus websites
Communicate with admission counselors and
campus honors program coordinators

5. Who is a Good Candidate for an Honors Program?
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

6. Admission to an Honors Program?
Admission is more selective
Admission procedures

7. How Will Participation in an Honors Program be Recognized?
Designation of Distinction on the transcript and/or diploma

8. 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
Inclusion in special campus events

9. Housing for Honors Students
Special/Honors Housing

10. Scholarship Eligible
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

11. What Academic Opportunities Can an Honors Program Student Expect?
Special mentoring and/or academic advising
services
Small class size
Independent study, research

12. How Will Honors Program Students be Challenged?
Higher level discussion
Special honors projects
Individualized projects
Unique academic coursework and/or research
opportunities

13. Success Stories

14. Wrap-up 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

15. Handouts & Questions

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