Requirements for the Honors Program

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1 The Eastfield Honors Program is for students who are academically motivated and who are interested in taking challenging and rewarding classes designed to develop critical thinking, independent analysis, and creative expression. Requirements for the Honors Program Entering Freshmen: Minimum high school GPA of 3.5 Current College Students: Completion of at least 12 hours with a minimum of 3.5 GPA2 (transferable college credit)* If a student has under 12 hours, high school GPA will be considered. Accuplacer must be met for reading and writing. Completion of the Honors Program Application Form and all accompanying materials Good standing with Eastfield College and/or previous institutions attended. *GPA2 refers to college level academic courses that may fit on a degree plan at a two or four year college or university. This may include dual- credit courses but not developmental courses or Workforce Education courses. Benefits to Honors Students Access to honors classes that are limited to no more than students Access to honors classes taught in an interactive and intellectually stimulating manner to promote greater depth of knowledge, understanding, and critical thinking Fellowship with other motivated students who share common goals Assignment to an honors faculty mentor Honors Program completion designation on transcripts. Honors Program Completion Certificate Facilitation of the transition into a similar program at a transfer institution. Enhanced ability to qualify for transfer scholarships Graduating from the Honors Program Completion of at least 15 hours of honors courses in the Eastfield Honors Program, with a GPA of at least Minimum GPA2 of 3.35 overall Completion of at least 30 hours of service learning Completion of at least 20 points of enrichment activities and completion of reflection papers on each For more information, please contact: [email protected]

2 Eastfield Honors Program Student Application Form Semester and year for which you are applying: Name: (Last) (First) (Middle) Student ID Number: Mailing Address: (Number and Street) (City and State) (Zip Code) Address: Phone Numbers: (Home) (Cell) Name of High School: Address: High School GPA: List any High School Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken and any Test Scores for each: College(s) Attended: College GPA: Number of College Hours Completed:

3 Please provide information about your high school/college experiences below: (You may use a separate sheet of paper for your answers) 1. Describe any distinctions, honors, achievements or awards you have earned, including what was involved for each. 2. Describe any service projects you have participated in, either in your school or community. Include what you did in each project and the number of hours involved. 3. Describe any leadership experiences you have had. Give specific descriptions of your role and the time involved. 4. Describe any special projects, performances, extra-curricular activities or any other innovative experiences you have participated in or completed. 5. Describe any employment experience you have had, including dates, responsibilities and hours worked per week.

4 Honors Essay Please provide a one page typed essay responding to the question below on separate pages. Why do you want to be in the Honors Program and how do you expect your participation to help you achieve your academic and professional goals? Recommendations Two completed Recommendation Forms are required. Recommendation Forms should be completed by people most familiar with your academic work. Recommendations may come from instructors, advisors, or counselors; however, at least one must be from a previous or current instructor. Each letter should be in a sealed envelope, signed by the writer and included in your application packet. A copy of this form is located at the end of this application. Application Submission Instructions: Submit your complete application packet containing all the following materials to the Honors Program. Eastfield Honors Program Student Application Form Honors Essay Two completed Recommendation Forms in sealed and signed envelopes Mail or bring the packet to ONE of the following addresses: Dr. Jessica Kerins Eastfield Honors Program STEM Division 3737 Motley Drive Mesquite, TX Dr. Cindy Castaneda Eastfield Honors Program Social Sciences Division 3737 Motley Drive Mesquite, TX Or you may the application to [email protected] You will be contacted by a representative from the Eastfield Honors Program concerning your admission status.

5 Eastfield Honors Program Recommendation Form TO BE COMPLETED BY TEACHER, ACADEMIC COUNSELOR, OR ADVISOR. Name of Applicant To Evaluator: Candid evaluation of the above-named applicant is important to the Eastfield College Honors Program. Please return this completed form in a sealed and signed envelope to the applicant. Recommendation completed by: (please print) Title: School: School Address: Phone: Signature: Date: How do you know the applicant and for how long? In comparison with other students, please rank the applicant with respect to the following: (circle one) No Basis for Judgment Below Above One of the most notable in my career Intellectual ability Initiative Responsibility Classroom participation Creative thinking Critical thinking Leadership Ability to work with peers Communication skills Academic Motivation What are the applicant's strongest characteristics and abilities? Also include other factors which you believe should be considered in our evaluation.