STUDENT BENEFITS
An honors program is
designed for high-achieving students who desire more from their educational
experience. Often composed of a small number of students compared to the
university as a whole, they allow members to have unique experiences above and
beyond the college curriculum. The goal of most programs is to give each
student an individualized journey through college.
Intangible Benefits
Exclusivity: By joining an
honors program and earning an honors diploma, students set themselves apartfrom their peers and make themselves significantly more competitive.
Recognition: Graduating with an
honors diploma is one tag that immediately tells future employers or university
administration that the person they are considering did more than his/her counterparts
to complete a degree. In an uncertain economy, an honors degree could be the
difference between an interview and a “thank you for applying” letter.
Community: Frequent interaction
with other honors students and faculty helps build a "feeling of
belonging" to the YVCC academic community.
Intellectual challenge:
Intellectually challenging curriculum.
Relationships: The most lasting
benefit of an honors program is the individualized attention given by the
faculty and staff. This can lead to lifelong relationships and outstanding
recommendation letters.
Tangible Benefits
Personal attention: Special
projects allow a one-on-one interaction with honors faculty.
Graduate school preparation. At
many schools, the class regimen of an undergraduate honors class is similar to
that of a graduate class. Many honors classes place a great deal of emphasis on
continuing education through graduate school.
Special activities: Students
who participate in an honors program often get to participate in honors retreats,
cultural events at theaters and museums, campus-wide recognition banquets,
dinners with faculty members, etc. This is a great way to start networking.
Scholarship opportunities: At
some schools, students who participate in the honors program may also qualify
for certain scholarships.
Honors degree: Students who
graduate in the honors program will have that notation recorded on their
diplomas and permanent records. This is a valuable addition to resumes.
Public recognition: Certificate
of completion of the honors program and acknowledgment at a special graduation
ceremony
Honors luncheons: Lunch seminars
with invited speakers
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