HONORS TRANSFER PROGRAM

This year or next you will graduate from high

school and go on to college …

Different paths to a degree …

• Direct to the University

Or

• Freshman and Sophmore work at Cabrillo And

TRANSFER

The Honors Transfer ProgramThe Honors Transfer Program

• Designed for high-achieving, university-ready students

• Challenging classes:• Writing• Research• Be Ready for University level work

• All honors courses Transfer to most colleges and universities

Honors Transfer Program is a GREAT option for:

• Students who want a challenging academic environment

• Perhaps haven’t decided on a major or a college

• See the value and benefits of completing their first two years at Cabrillo

Financial Savings

• University education is expensive

• Even with Financial Aid – think about how much education you will need …

Doctor – Lawyer – Teacher – Scientist – Counselor – Social Worker – Business Woman/Man

All require more education beyond a 4-year degree

Social and Emotional Transition ..

• Not ready to leave home/go so far away

• Family – Siblings – Friends

• Time to identify our goals – know yourself and plan your future

WHO joins the HTP?

Honors Transfer Program

Students from all backgrounds, ages and experiencesCurrent Cabrillo Students, Students coming to Cabrillo from other colleges and universitiesHigh School seniors and recent graduates

BENEFITS for you at Transfer:WHY join?

Smaller class sizesFaculty mentorsStimulating environmentEnriched curriculumA strong support networkHonors CounselorsHands-on Director

Priority admission or a competitive edge to universities like UCLA, Cal Berkeley and many private schoolsBetter preparation for success at the University :

Research skillsEssay-writing skillsStudy skillsCommunicating with Professors

What do Honors graduates say?

• It was an easy transition for them into their upper-division (junior/senior level) classes

• The study, research and essay-writing skills they developed in the Honors Program helped them achieve high grades immediately upon transfer

• The friends they made in the program, and the relationships they formed with their instructors made their participation in the program very valuable

Where do our Honors Students Where do our Honors Students Transfer?Transfer?

Mills College – Temple University - Pepperdine – Boston Mills College – Temple University - Pepperdine – Boston University-Northeastern University – Portland State – Utah State – University-Northeastern University – Portland State – Utah State – Pomona College Pomona College

CSUCSU’’s: Cal Poly SLO, San Diego State, SJSU, Humboldt, Chico, SFSUs: Cal Poly SLO, San Diego State, SJSU, Humboldt, Chico, SFSU

What do the universities say?

• Cabrillo students are not only well-prepared – they are often better prepared than their native students who started as Freshman

• The most competitive universities in California know that our Honors students are top-notch:

• UCLA admitted 89% of our Honors Scholars who applied for Fall of 2012

• UC Berkeley admitted 100% of our Honors Scholars who applied for Fall of 2012

• Transfer students in general are more attractive to the universities – proven ability at the college level.

What will it be like to attend Cabrillo and the Honors Transfer Program?

• Immediate group of like-minded, high-achieving students who want to learn – taking many of the same classes together – friends/study partners

• Activities and events that bring you together with your cohort

• Professors who know you and your specific interests and goals

• Counselors who guide you to your goals

• Caution to parents: your Student is in college … needs space and time to study.

WHAT is required to Apply:

Honors Transfer Program

3.5 high school weighted GPA in A-G requirementsEligible for college-level English - placement into ENGL 1ALetter of RecommendationPersonal Statement – 250 word essay

HOW to apply?WHEN to apply?

February 1st – April 15th, 2013

All paperwork must be received by April 15th!

• Submit on-line application to include essay• Mail: official transcript with Fall grades and letter

of recommendation • Take English assessment at Cabrillo or submit EAP:

“ready for CSU or participating CCC college-level English” or AP English scores of 4 or higher

• Apply for Cabrillo College – separate via CCC Apply• Participate in Running Start

We look forward to helping you achieve your academic goals!

HONORS TRANSFER PROGRAM