Honors Program Admissions

Admission Criteria:

Applicants must be at college level in both reading and writing skills, pursuing an associate in arts degree, and meet at least one of the following criteria to qualify for the Honors Program:

• High school GPA of 3.5 (unweighted) or higher  
• SAT combined score of 1230 (old SAT 1160) or higher in Critical Reading and Math
• ACT combined score of 26 or higher
• Top 10 percent of graduating class with SAT combined score of 1130 (old SAT 1050) or higher, or ACT composite score of 25 or higher 
• 12 hours dual enrollment with 3.5 GPA

If these criteria are not met due to extenuating circumstances, students are still encouraged to apply. Dual enrolled students cannot enroll in Honors courses unless they are Early Admit or have completed their high school diploma (or equivalent).

Application Checklist:

• Complete the online Hillsborough Community College application.
• Complete the online  High School Honors Program application.
• Submit one letter of recommendation from your high school teacher or counselor to the Honor Institute by mail or email.
• High school or college transcript
• Copy of SAT and/or ACT scores

Email:  honors@hccfl.edu

Admission Criteria:

Applicants must meet the following criteria to qualify for the Honors Program:

• Completed a minimum of six college credit hours
• Earned no more than 30 college credit hours
• Earned a minimum of 3.5 cumulative college-level GPA
• Must be pursuing an Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree

Procedure:

• Complete the online Honors Program application. 
• Submit one letter of recommendation from a college professor to the Honors Program by mail or email.

Email:   honors@hccfl.edu