Exclusive Benefits
Live in a quiet, studious community, designed specifically for our Honors Program members to promote a culture of academic focus, encourage fruitful intellectual exchanges outside the classroom.
Step into the world of the Honors Program at CC, where high-performing students like you are challenged, inspired and nurtured in a stimulating environment. As an Honors student, you're not just part of a program, you're part of a thriving intellectual community.
Live in a quiet, studious community, designed specifically for our Honors Program members to promote a culture of academic focus, encourage fruitful intellectual exchanges outside the classroom.
Qualify for the exclusive Honors Scholarship; access priority registration; and enroll in up to 21 credit hours per semester without paying any course overload fee.
Apply Education Abroad credits and internship experiences towards earning an Honors minor, providing a unique opportunity to combine practical experience with academic learning.
After being admitted to Columbia College, students must meet the following criteria for acceptance to the Honors Program:
For Incoming Freshmen | For Transfer Students |
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Students who do not meet the minimum requirements may submit a letter of recommendation from a high school teacher or counselor. |
Transfer students will be sent an application for the Honors Program after transcripts and test scores have been evaluated. The application includes a short essay. |
Students must be admitted to the program before registering for Honors classes and enjoying the program’s benefits.
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