To earn Honors Credit at GHC, you convert a course you are already taking into an Honors Course.
You apply to the program. Once accepted, you can pursue Honors credits!
You select a course/instructor to attempt to turn from regular to Honors credit
You and the instructor agree on the layout for an Honors Project and submit a contract
You complete the project, with advice from your instructor, mid-semester, while also completing all regular coursework
The project is submitted to the instructor and then to the Honors Director for approval
A completed project and a ‘B’ or better on regular coursework earns Honors credit instead of regular credit, reported to the registrar and evident on transcripts
Honors Certificate Requirements
Have a 3.25 cumulative GPA on all coursework AND
Complete 12 credit hours in Honors coursework in any area
Honors Diploma Requirements
Have a 3.5 cumulative GPA AND
Complete 15 credit hours in Honors coursework in any area
Recognition
Recognition at Honors Night
Permission to wear distinctive Honors cords at graduation ceremony
Recognition at graduation ceremony for recipients of Honors Diplomas and Honors Certificates
Notation on transcript for Honors Diplomas and Honors Certificates
