Honors at JCC
Are you ready for the challenge? If you’re highly motivated to excel, possess an insatiable curiosity about the world around you, and enjoy working both independently and with others, the honors program is for you.
Through participation in the honors program, students will be engaged in education that complements and adds rigor to the academic curriculum.
The honors program is a symposium course and two project-based courses in addition to the student’s required degree credits. The honors citation will increase the opportunities for networking on campus and in the community, and it will strengthen a resume for future career goals. Additionally, it will give students a significant advantage when applying to a 4-year institution.
Benefits of the honors program
- Work one-on-one with faculty to create unique projects that allow you to explore subjects that interest and excite you.
- Work with community leaders and entrepreneurs to gain valuable experience in your chosen career field while enhancing your resume and gaining hands-on experience early in your college journey.
- Build relationships with individuals on and off campus that will last beyond a single semester and lead to rewarding future personal and professional opportunities.
- Special services from JCC’s libraries
- Free printing
- Complete advising and registration prior to general registration, so you’ll get your first selection of courses and sections that fit your schedule.
- Live on campus in Honors student suites, where you can room with fellow Honors students.
- Be recognized at the annual honors reception and commencement after completing the program.
- Earn an honors citation on your academic transcript after completing the program.
How do I join the honors program?
Based on eligibility students are invited to participate in the honors program. If you believe that you meet the requirements but have not been invited to join, contact honors@mail.yilunjianshe.com.