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The Mission College Honors Transfer Project provides highly motivated students the opportunity to work closely
with instructors and other motivated students in advanced levels of critical thinking, analysis, research, writing, and
communication. Honors courses offer enriched educational experiences through challenging coursework,
stimulating colloquia, and the opportunity to study with other students interested in the highest level of learning.
Most Honors courses meet IGETC and CSU GE-B transfer requirements and are taught by outstanding faculty,
selected for their special interest in working with Honors students.
The Mission College Honors Transfer Project is seeking students who are looking for a challenge, are eager to
explore new ideas, and love to learn. All eligible students are welcome to apply, however, the Honors Transfer
Project is most appropriate for students who are planning on transferring to a University and have completed 30
units or less of CSU or UC transferable coursework.
PROGRAM GOALS:
1. To challenge students to achieve their intellectual potential
2. To elevate critical thinking, writing, and communication skills
3. To collaborate with other highly motivated students and engaging instructors
4. To explore various disciplines at a deeper, more meaningful level
5. To fulfill transfer goals by working closely with designated Honors counselors
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
1. Intellectually challenging curriculum
2. Dynamic instructors interested in enriching students’ academic experience
3. Close, supportive relationships with other bright, energetic learners
4. Honors recognition on transcripts to indicate honors course completion
5. Participation in research conferences, special events and discussions for the Honors community
6. Early registration for classes
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Enroll in at least two Honors classes each year
2. Maintain a 3.25 Grade Point Average
3. Meet with the Honors Counselor at least twice each year
4. Notify Honors Transfer Project Coordinator as well as the Office of Admissions & Records of any change
of name, email, address, or phone number
5. Attend Honors special events
6. Maintain membership in Alpha Gamma Sigma Honors Society
HONORS SCHOLAR REQUIREMENTS
Graduating as an "Honors Scholar" is one of the highest academic awards granted by Mission College. Honors
Scholars are awarded with a distinctive honor cord signifying this accomplishment and are recognized by the
Mission College President in the Commencement Ceremony.
To become an Honors Scholar you must:
• Maintain a 3.25 or higher cumulative GPA
• Be an active member in Alpha Gamma Sigma
• Complete 15 units of Honors coursework (three to five courses)
• Complete COUNS 007H, University Transfer Planning – Honors (strongly recommended)
The Mission College Honors Transfer Project is sponsored by the Title III AANAPISI Part F Grant.