Honors College

The mission of the Honors College is to attract future scholars and develop leaders engaging in a rigorous curriculum with an emphasis on academics, service, leadership and diversity.

Honors College students demonstrate intellectual curiosity, ambition, integrity and global citizenship.

Honors College students will take specially designated honors courses and have the opportunity to engage in research, internships and service projects. Students will be prepared to seamlessly transfer to a four-year institution to further pursue their academic goals.

Program Learning Outcomes

Benefits of the Honors College

Honors courses are small, personal and engaging — you’ll get to know your classmates and faculty members quickly and well. Honors College students are also eligible for special opportunities, including:

  • Full-tuition scholarships for four semesters at HVCC (fall, spring)
  • Membership to the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, National Collegiate Honors Council, Northeast Regional Honors Council
  • service learning opportunities
  • internships and research experience
  • access to prestigious scholarships
  • exceptional transfer opportunities to four-year institutions
  • designated lounge on campus
  • social events
  • special recognition at graduation

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Details of the Honors College

Get in Touch

Lamyaa Hassib
Honors College Director
Fitzgibbons Health Technologies Center, Room 345