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SUNY COLLEGE FAIR!

SUNY COLLEGE FAIR!. 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

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SUNY COLLEGE FAIR!

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  1. SUNYCOLLEGE 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. 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 What are the Benefits of Being in an Honors Program?

  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

  16. Please complete the survey you will soon receive in your inbox.Thank you for attending!

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