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HONORS PROGRAM

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www.brookdalecc.edu/honors

American University

Amherst College

Arcadia University

The College of New Jersey

Columbia University

Cornell University

Drew University

Drexel University

Georgetown University

Kean University

Montclair University

Monmouth University

NJIT

Ramapo College

Rowan University

Rutgers University

Stockton University

Syracuse University

West Chester University

William & Mary University

University of Massachusetts

and many more!

BROOKDALE HONORS GRADUATES TRANSFER TO:

S-2020

“There is a special bond among Honors students; not only are there shared courses and assignments, but also shared smiles and laughs.”APPLY EARLY!For our application and more visit www.brookdalecc.edu/honors

BENEFITS :aHonors Orientation

aSmaller, interactive classroom experiences

aClose faculty and peer mentoring

aCo-curricular social and cultural activities with the Honors community

aDesignated advising and counseling sessions for Honors students

aResume-building experiences, including participation in the Honors Symposium

aOpportunities for leadership development

aOpportunities for specialized research for the Honors ttttSymposium project

aEnhanced transfer opportunities to competitive four-year colleges and universities

aEnhanced scholarship opportunities

aSpecial diploma recognition

HONORS MISSIONHonors at Brookdale provides an enriched academic experience to a select cohort of highly motivated students. Through a curriculum that emphasizes global awareness, cultural experiences, and local engagement, Brookdale Honors students are challenged to connect their studies to the world beyond the campus. By fostering collaborative learning and intellectual inquiry, Honors at Brookdale prepares students for transfer to competitive four-year colleges and universities, as well as for citizenship in the 21st-century.

THE HONORS PROGRAM AT BROOKDALEStudents take most of their Honors courses together, allowing them to form a community of engaged learners who support each other throughout their Honors experience.

To graduate “With Honors,” students must complete eighteen credits of Honors coursework during their time at Brookdale. Additionally, they must present a capstone project at the Honors Symposium and graduate with a 3.5 GPA.

To earn an “Honors Certificate of Recognition,” students must complete nine credits of Honors coursework and graduate with a 3.5 GPA. Presenting at the Honors Symposium is highly recommended, but not required. The Certificate is a good option for students beginning their Honors studies in their second year.

TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIESGraduates of the Honors Program are guaranteed admission to the Honors Programs at:• Georgian Court University

• Monmouth University

• Rider University

Graduates of the Honors Program are guaranteed admission to:• American University–Paris

• Drew University

• East Stroudsburg University-STEM disciplines

• Monterey School of International Studies

• NJIT–School of Management

• Rutgers School of Business at New Brunswick

• TCNJ-Select programs

IS HONORS RIGHT FOR YOU?Do you have a determination to grow from your time at Brookdale Community College?

Do you desire a rigorous learning experience?

Are you looking to enhance your potential?

Is your GPA 3.5 or higher?

If you have answered “yes” to these questions, then Brookdale’s Honors Program is for you!

DO YOU QUALIFY?

Return the following documents with the complete application:

aHigh school and/or college transcripts indicating GPA of 3.5 or higher

aSAT or ACT scores (may waive our testing requirements)

aLetter of recommendation

aRequired essay

aResume and list of achievements