You Pursue Excellence.
You Seek Challenges.
Give Yourself a Competitive Edge.

Join the Prestigious Foothill College Honors Institute.

• A dynamic educational curriculum. Honors isn't just about completing an extra assignment or two. Honors is about participating in stimulating discussions within a small group and with top-notch instructors who are experts in their field. It's about digging deeper, not skimming the surface. It's an experience you won't forget!
  
  
• Specialized courses, special focus seminars, exposure to exciting cultural opportunities, and transfer scholarship opportunities. You are in good hands with the Honors Institute. Our very own counselors, faculty and staff will work with you every step of the way.
  
  
• Double the chances of being accepted to UCLA's College of letters and Sciences. Universities are looking for a few outstanding students who do more than the minimum. Universities actively pursue our honors students. Check out our web site for a list of current transfer partners. We are one of only a handful of northern California colleges participating in the prestigious UCLA T.A.P. (Transfer Alliance program). Fact: 85-95% of TAP students are admitted to UCLA versus 45% of all other transfer applicants. Wow!!
  
  
• Something to boast about. Students who complete a minimum number of designated courses with required grades may receive special recognition at graduation, scholarships, and the coveted "Honors Scholar" designation on their transcript.

But don't just take our word. Here's what students are saying...

"...I believe that the Honors Institute is the heart and soul of the scholastic experience for any dedicated student at Foothill College. Without the Honors institute, I doubt that I would be where I am, with practically a 4.0, a job as a Teacher's Assistant, a position as the head of two clubs, and a new love for learning and my future..."
Ellie Chambers (transferred to UC Berkeley)


"The Honors Institute is the best part of Foothill!"
Heidi Dunklegood (transferred to Mount Holyoke)

Intrigued? We thought so. Here's the next step.

1. Review the minimum qualifications below.
2. Complete an application and submit it to our office, along with your personal statement and one letter of reference.

It's that simple! We'll contact you shortly after we've received everything.

+ Interested in participating, but not quite eligible (short on GPA or missing a prerequisite)? You may be able to try out an honors course. Stop in and talk to us. Some of our best successes began that way.

You'll love us!

Benefits

As a member of the Honors Institute, you can receive these benefits:

		Outstanding faculty, selected for their special interest in working with Honors students
		Discussions and projects that stimulate intellectual development
		Honors Counselor
		Priority Registration ( pdf file)
		Links to national and international scholarships
		Free tickets to cultural events as available
		For completion of six of the Designated Honors Courses you can also receive -
			"Honors Scholar" transcript notation
			Recognition at graduation
			$16,000 scholarship if transferring to Whitman College
			$15,000 scholarship if transferring to Pacific University
			$100 scholarship from the Honors Institute (as available)
			Priority admission consideration if applying to UCLA College of Letters and Science
			$4000 or $7000 scholarship if transferring to CSU Stanislaus
			Guaranteed admission to CSU Hayward and San Francisco State University
			Priority admission consideration if applying to UC Irvine Honors Program; guaranteed housing

Eligibility

To qualify for the Honors Institute, students must satisfy each of the following requirements:

1. Academic Performance.
   1. For continuing Foothill College students, demonstrate a minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA in 10 or more units completed at Foothill College.
      OR
   2. For students with less than 10 units completed at Foothill College, provide evidence of one of the following:
      1. Minimum 3.5 cumulative high school GPA; or,
      2. Minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA in 10 or more units completed at another regionally accredited college or university.
2. Writing Proficiency.
   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:
   1. Foothill English Assessment Test results indicating eligibility for Honors ENGL 1AH; or,
      
   2. Completion of ENGL 1A with a grade of B or better.
3. Personal Statement.
   On a separate sheet, using 150-200 words, please describe your interest in the Foothill College Honors Institute. Your statement should include what you hope to gain from your participation in the program as well as how you believe you will contribute to the program. Because honors courses are typically writing intensive, this statement should reflect appropriate writing skills. Remember that clear writing is the result of clear thinking.

Learn how to calculate your Grade Point Average

NOTE: Students must maintain a 3.30 cumulative GPA while enrolled in the Honors Institute. To achieve Honors Scholar status, students must complete their studies with a minimum grade point average of 3.50.


HONORS Institute Course Schedule (View Schedule)
Current and upcoming Honors course offerings:

Fall 2008	Winter 2009	Spring 2009
BIOL 34H ECON 34H ENGL 1AH ENGL 1BH (offered eves) ENGL 25H HIST 9H MATH 34H MUS 8H PHOT 8H POLI 2H POLI 34H PHYS 32H PSYC 34H	ART 2BH BUSI 34H HIST 4CH MUS 8H PHYS 32H POLI 3H SOC 34H	ASTR 10BH (must concurrently enroll in ASTR 34H) ASTR 34H BUSI 34H HIST 16H HIST 34H MUS 8H PHYS 34H POLI 15H

Check the online schedule for the lastest times and dates.

To search for Honors Institute courses:

1. Go to the Schedule page.
2. Choose the quarter you are interested in.
3. Scroll down to Advanced Search and click on Honors Classes.
4. Click on search.

Contact Us!

Foothill College Honors Institute
Bernie Day, Director or
Teresa De La Cruz, Program Assistant

12345 El Monte Road
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022-4599
We are located in 5426.
Call us at: (650) 949-7638

Contact us by email: honors@foothill.edu

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