Exploring

SUNY’s Honors
Programs
 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
 Where Will You Find SUNY
Honors Programs?
 University Centers and Doctoral Degree Granting
Institutions
 University Colleges
 Technology Colleges
 Community Colleges
 Best Ways to Research
SUNY Honors Programs?
 Use the SUNY Honors Program handout
 Visit individual campus websites
 Communicate with admission counselors and
campus honors program coordinators
 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
 Admission to an Honors
Program?
 Admission is more selective

 Admission procedures
 How Will Participation in an
Honors Program be Recognized?

 Designation of Distinction on the transcript

and/or diploma
 What are the Benefits of Being in an
Honors Program?
 Registration privileges  Scholarships
 Get to know faculty  Higher level of learning
 Get to know community  Entrée for graduate
of students schools
 Graduate tuition waiver  Inclusion in special
campus events
Housing for Honors Students

 Special/Honors Housing
 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
 What Academic Opportunities Can an
Honors Program Student Expect?

 Special mentoring and/or academic advising

services

 Small class size

 Independent study, research

 How Will Honors Program Students
be Challenged?
 Higher level discussion
 Special honors projects
 Individualized projects
 Unique academic coursework and/or research
opportunities
Success Stories
 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
Handouts & Questions
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