Honors Transfer Project
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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.
Honors Transfer Project
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EQUIREMENTS
To be considered for admission to the Honors Transfer Project, you must satisfy the requirements below
and submit and submit verifying documentation.
New and Continuing Mission College Student Requirements:
Completion of ENGL 001A or equivalent with a B or better
Completion of 9 UC/CSU transferable units
3.25 GPA
First-time Freshman Requirements:
Eligibility for ENGL 001A via Assessment Exam or AP English score of 3 or higher
3.5 cumulative High School GPA
OR
Letter of recommendation from a former teacher documenting evidence of the applicant's ability
and motivation to succeed in the Honors Transfer Project.
Application Requirements:
Application for Admission to Mission College at www.missioncollege.edu
Honors Transfer Project application
Unofficial copy of college transcripts for coursework taken outside of Mission/West Valley College
(official copies will be due by the end of the first semester)
Personal Statement which demonstrates your writing ability (150-200 words)
Unofficial copy of High School transcript*
AP Test scores, if taken*
*For first-time freshman applicants or students who have completed less than 9 units of UC/CSU transferable
coursework.
Application deadlines for acceptance into Honors Transfer Project:
Spring Semester Admission February
Summer/Fall Semester Admission June/September
All documents should be submitted to:
Yolanda Coleman
Honors Transfer Project Coordinator
Mission College Counseling Office, E1-301
3000 College Boulevard, MS 10
Santa Clara, CA 95054
For more information, email mission.honors@wvm.edu
or call Yolanda Coleman at 408.855.5045.
The Mission College Honors Transfer Project is sponsored by the Title III AANAPISI Part F Grant.
Honors Transfer Project
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PPLICATION
Last Name
Student ID
Address
Cell Phone
Home Phone
High School Attended
Date of Graduation
Colleges Attended
Potential Transfer Institutions
Major or primary field(s) of interest
I am participating in the following programs/clubs: Check all that apply
AANAPISI/APASS
ACCESS
AGS
ASG
CalWorks
DSPS
EOP&S
MESA
Middle College
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English Requirement check one:
Honors courses typically require more writing than non-honors courses. Students are required to demonstrate the potential for successful completion of honors
courses by providing evidence of one of the following (documentation required):
Completion of ENGL 001A or equivalent with a B or better
Placement into ENGL 001Afirst-time freshmen
Score of 3, 4 or 5 on AP English exam
first-time freshmen
I do not meet the English eligibility requirements above but I wish to be considered on a provisional basis.
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Academic Requirement check one:
Students are required to demonstrate academic readiness for honors coursework by providing evidence of one of the following (documentation required):
College GPA of 3.25 + 9 units of transferable coursework
High School GPA of 3.5 or higher first-time freshmen OR
Letter of recommendation providing evidence of your strong academic skills
first-time freshmen
I do not meet the academic eligibility requirements above but I wish to be considered on a provisional basis.
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Personal Statement (150-200 words):
On a separate sheet, please describe your interest in the Mission College Honors Transfer Project. Your statement should include what you hope to gain
from your participation as well as how you believe you will contribute to the project. Because honors courses are typically writing intensive, this statement
should reflect appropriate writing skills.
Students seeking provisional admission must submit two (2) letters of recommendation from current college instructors justifying your ability to succeed in
honors-level coursework, in addition to the personal statement.
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Statement of understanding:
Please read and check off, indicating your understanding of the following:
I have read and understand the student responsibilities for membership in the Honors Transfer Project.
I understand that honors students are expected to demonstrate engagement in their learning which means I am
expected to attend class regularly and participate actively.
I understand that all new Honors students are required to attend an Honors Transfer Project orientation.
I certify that the information I provided on this application is accurate.
I certify that the personal statement is my own original work.
Signature
Date
All materials should be returned to: Yolanda Coleman, Honors Transfer Project Coordinator
Mission College
3000 Mission College Blvd, MS 10
Santa Clara, CA 95054
For Office Use:
APP Letter ______
Angel Cohort
DEN Letter ______
The Mission College Honors Transfer Project is sponsored by the Title III AANAPISI Part F Grant.
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