HONORS TRANSFER PROGRAM
Apr 01, 2015
HONORS TRANSFER PROGRAM
ONE DAY IN THE NOT-TOO-DISTANT FUTURE YOU WILL GRADUATE FROM HIGH SCHOOL AND GO ONTO COLLEGE …
DIFFERENT PATHS TO A COLLEGE DEGREE …
Direct to the University
Or
Freshman and Sophmore classes at Cabrillo
And then …TRANSFER
THE HONORS TRANSFER THE HONORS TRANSFER PROGRAMPROGRAM
Designed for high-achieving, university-ready students
Challenging classes: Writing Research Be Ready for University-level work
All honors courses are accepted at most colleges and universities around the country
HONORS TRANSFER PROGRAM IS A GREAT OPTION FOR:
Students who want a challenging academic environment
Perhaps haven’t decided on a major or a college
See the value and benefits of completing their first two years at Cabrillo
REASON #1: FINANCIAL SAVINGS
University education is expensive
Even with Financial Aid – think about how much education you will need …
Doctor – Lawyer – Teacher – Scientist – Counselor – Social Worker – Businesswoman/man
All require more education beyond a 4-year degree
#2: SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL TRANSITION ..
Not ready to leave home - go so far away to college
Family – Siblings – Friends
Take time to identify your goals – know yourself and plan your future
WHO joins the HTP?
Honors Transfer Program
Students from all backgrounds, ages and experiencesCurrent Cabrillo Students, Students coming to Cabrillo from other colleges and universitiesHigh School seniors and recent graduates
BENEFITS for you at Transfer:WHY join?
Smaller class sizesFaculty mentorsStimulating environmentEnriched curriculumA strong support networkHonors CounselorsHands-on Director
Priority admission or a competitive edge to universities like UCLA, Cal Berkeley and many private schoolsBetter preparation for success at the University :
Research skillsEssay-writing skillsStudy skillsCommunicating with Professors
WHAT DO HONORS GRADUATES SAY?It was an easy transition for them into their upper-
division (junior/senior level) classes The study, research and essay-writing skills they
developed in the Honors Program helped them achieve high grades immediately upon transfer
The friends they made in the program, and the relationships they formed with their instructors made their participation in the program very valuable
“The wonderful instructors teaching the honors classes, they are some of the best educators around. Get to know them as a person, especially if they spark an interest, because they may possibly open doors for you that can change your life!” UC Davis Engineering major
WHAT DO THE UNIVERSITIES SAY ABOUT CABRILLO STUDENTS?
Cabrillo students are not only well-prepared – they are often better prepared than their native students who started as Freshman
The most competitive universities in California know that our Honors students are top-notch:
UCLA admitted 80% of our Honors Scholars who applied for Fall of 2013
UC Berkeley admitted 90% of our Honors Scholars who applied for Fall of 2013
Transfer students in general are more attractive to the universities – proven ability at the college level.
WHAT WILL IT BE LIKE TO ATTEND CABRILLO AND THE
HONORS TRANSFER PROGRAM?
Immediate group of like-minded, high-achieving students who want to learn – taking many of the same classes together –
friends - study partners
Faculty who get to know you, and your specific
interests and goals
ACTIVITIES AND FIELD TRIPS
ENGL 2 Honors class at Long’s Marine Lab
HIST 4A Honors class at Stanford University Cantor Arts Center
UC Berkeley Shadow Day
SCHOLARSHIPS
Karl S. Pister Leadership Opportunity Program
University of California, Santa Cruz
University of California Regents Scholarship Awards
Sigma Alpha of Omega Nu
AND RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
WHAT is required to Apply:
Honors Transfer Program
3.5 high school weighted GPA in A-G requirementsEligible for college-level English - placement into ENGL 1ALetter of RecommendationPersonal Statement – 250 word essay
HOW to apply?WHEN to apply?
February 1st – March 15th, 2013
All paperwork must be received by March 15!
• Submit on-line application to include essay• Mail: official transcript with Fall grades and letter
of recommendation • Take English assessment at Cabrillo or submit EAP:
“ready for CSU or participating CCC college-level English” or AP English scores of 4 or higher
• Apply for Cabrillo College – separate via CCC Apply• Participate in Running Start
The Top 10The Top 10 REASONS TO COME TO CABRILLOREASONS TO COME TO CABRILLO
1. SAVE $$$ In 2-years you could save between $22,000 - $45,000
2. Academic Support
3. New STEM Center Opened Fall 2013
4. Head of Your Class
5. Teachers Dedicated to Students
6. Small Class Sizes
7. State-of-the-Art Facilities
8. Technology Access
9. Exciting Programs
10. Join Smart, Motivated and Fun Students – Just Like You!
WE LOOK FORWARD TO HELPING YOU ACHIEVE YOUR ACADEMIC GOALS!
HONORS TRANSFER PROGRAM
WHERE DO YOU WANT TO GO?WHERE DO YOU WANT TO GO?