Interested?

Students who are interested in joining the Honors Program or taking Honors classes may be allowed if

  • they have completed a minimum of 9 college credits with a GPA of 3.40 or more
  • they have been recommended by an individual faculty member or a chair, even if their GPA is below 3.40, as long as they have demonstrated a significant strength in the discipline to which honors enrollment is requested
  • they already have completed an advanced degree seeking a second career with a background that warrants their joining the program and meets the approval of the Honors Director
  • they are incoming students with a strong high school background (e.g., high SAT scores) that justifies their inclusion in the program.

All completed Honors courses are designated as such in the college transcript. To graduate with an Honors certificate a student must have completed a minimum of 12 credits of Honors classes and a minimum of 3.40 GPA. A student may earn honors credits

  • either by registering to specific Honors sections designated as such
  • or by completing the requirements of a contract in a non-Honors section of a course. The contract must be agreed and signed upon by the student, the faculty member and the chair of the department. The contract must be approved by the Honors Committee of the College. The faculty, who is under no obligation to agree on a contract, must inform the Honors Director about the completion of the contract by the due time.

All Honors contract students are encouraged to complete one Library literacy workshop. An annual Honors Conference is held at the end of the Spring semester where students present their work in front to the college community.

Testimonials:

Campus Cultural Centers

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Kupferberg Holocaust Center Opens in a new window

The KHC uses the lessons of the Holocaust to educate current and future generations about the ramifications of unbridled prejudice, racism and stereotyping.

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QPAC: Performing Arts CenterOpens in a new window

QPAC is an invaluable entertainment company in this region with a growing national reputation. The arts at QPAC continues to play a vital role in transforming lives and building stronger communities.

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QCC Art Gallery

The QCC Art Gallery of the City University of New York is a vital educational and cultural resource for Queensborough Community College, the Borough of Queens and the surrounding communities.