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Program Duration: 2 Year Program
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Degree Type: Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)
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Total Credit Hours: 61
About This Program
The Honors experience puts you in a unique learning community of motivated students and faculty. The program is designed to help you earn a bachelor's degree, and beyond. In it, you will develop advanced skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking within the context of intellectual discussions. Our Honors students have gone on to successfully pursue a wide range of educational options at some of the nation’s top colleges and universities.
Honors is a powerful way to strengthen your academic abilities and better position yourself for professional success. Information session are offered so you can find out more about the benefits of the Honors curriculum.
For a consultation session about the Honors curriculum, email Ralph Faris or Brian Seymour.
Transfer Opportunities
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Program Entry Requirements
This program is open to all interested students at the time of entry to the College. Students are required to take the College’s placement tests at their time of entry. Those students identified as needing developmental course work will be provided with a faculty and/or current Honors student mentor. These students must satisfactorily complete the appropriate Developmental English courses before taking Honors courses. All Honors students must satisfactorily complete the appropriate English and mathematics courses as a part of their degree program. Before registering for Honors classes for the first time, students must attend an informational session with the Honors faculty.
General Education Requirements
All general education requirements necessary for graduation are met through the courses in the program as indicated above. Students who wish to take courses that differ from the general education courses indicated above must complete a course substitution request form. To access the form, login to the MyCCP portal, and in the Student tab, under Electronic Forms, click on the Records and Registration Forms link, then choose Request For Course Substitution Of Graduation Requirement link. A more detailed explanation of the College's general education requirements is also available.
Program of Study and Graduation Requirements
To qualify for the Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree in Liberal Arts-Honors, a student must complete a minimum of 61 credit hours as prescribed (27 credits of which must be in Honors designated courses, including 2 Honors writing courses) and maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Typically, students in this program complete two full time semesters (15 credits each) as indicated below. Alternatively, students may select one-15 credit block and 12 additional Honors designated credits to equal the required 27 credits in Honors designated courses. Students will work with Honors faculty advisors to select coursework.
Interdisciplinary Analysis and Critical Reasoning Proficiency Certificate:
In addition to the Associate in Arts degree, students may also elect to earn a credential called the Interdisciplinary Analysis and Critical Reasoning Proficiency Certificate. By earning 18 credits of designated honors courses, students will earn the proficiency certificate. Aimed at students who might not be on track to graduate with the LAHP degree due to chosen major or pathway or completed credits, this certificate aims to recognize the skills that students have gained by engaging in Honors-specific pedagogical teaching and learning. Students do NOT need to graduate with the LAHP degree to earn the proficiency certificate.
A Strong Foundation for Earning a Bachelor’s Degree and Beyond
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