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The Honors Program. Brigham Young University. What is an Honors education?. An enriched path through the University general education requirements An enhanced experience in your major A more diverse and well-rounded academic experience. Am I qualified to be an Honors student?. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
The Honors Program
Brigham Young University
What is an Honors education?
An enriched path through the University general education requirements
An enhanced experience in your major
A more diverse and well-rounded academic experience
Am I qualified to be an Honors student?
All students admitted to BYU are invited to participate in the Honors Program.
Your level of participation is determined by your interest, desire, and commitment.
What percentage of BYU students participate in the Honors Program?
About 33% of BYU students are involved in Honors for at least one semester.
• Honors courses• Thursday seminar • Fall Conference/Spring
Symposium• Social, Service, and Great
Works Activities
What percentage of BYU students graduate with University Honors?
Less than 2% of BYU graduates are awarded the distinction of University Honors.
The key to graduating with Honors is starting early and having a plan.
Requirements: Curriculum
Complete at least 22 credits of Honors coursework. These must include:
A minimum of 10 Honors Program (HONRS) credits
An Honors first-year writing course (AP/IB credit does not satisfy this requirement.)
Math AND Foreign Language
Complete two semesters of foreign language (or equivalent) and one of the approved math classes
AP, IB, and transfer credit or a placement exam can satisfy these requirements.
Honors sections of these classes are not required.
Requirements:
Requirements: Great Works
From the Great Works list, complete 12 experiences in each of the following categories: music, film, art, literature, theater, and science and technology
Record the experiences in your Great Works Log
Write 2 short response papers for each category (for a total of 12 papers)
Requirements: Service
Participate in a significant service experience, either through one large project or smaller contributions over a period of time.
Requirements: GPA
Graduate with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5
Requirements: Graduation Portfolio
Great Works log and responses
Summary of service
Transcript
Brief semester summaries
Samples of best academic work
Requirements: Thesis
Complete mentored research or capstone project in your major
Defend thesis
Prepare thesis for binding
Summary of Requirements
Curriculum Math and Language Great Works Service GPA Graduation Portfolio Thesis
What are the advantages of participating in the Honors Program?
Smaller classes Innovative courses Close interaction
with dedicated faculty Friends
for life
More advantages…
Honors advisement center Honors reading room and lounge Sponsored concerts, exhibits,
lectures, field trips, and International Cinema
Great Works card Pre-registration
for Honors courses
Even more advantages…
Undergraduate research experience
Faculty letters of recommendation
Honors letter of recommendation
Great graduate school preparation
And don’t forget…
Graduating with University Honors is the highest academic distinction BYU offers.
How do I enroll in the Honors Program?
attend an orientation,
sign an enrollment form,
and jump head first into the program.
If you decide later that it’s not for you, just let us know.
We encourage any interested student to
How do I find out more?
Honors Advisement Center 102A Maeser Building [email protected]\\:honors.byu.edu