EXCELLENCE STARTS HERE: HONORS PROGRAM Develop academic and leadership skills through the PVCC Honors Program. Honors classes are smaller and more interactive and provide excellent preparation for transfer to competitive colleges and universities. What are the benefits of joining the Honors Program? • All Honors courses are noted on the student’s transcript. • Students who completed 15 credits of Honors courses with a GPA of 3.5 or higher will receive the Honors Diploma and an Honors medallion that can be worn with their graduation regalia. • Honors students participate in extracurricular activities that include leadership development and service, and many students qualify for unique scholarships. • Several Honors students have been recognized at the national level by being named to the All-USA Community College Academic First Team and at the state level as New Century Scholars (i.e., the top community college student in Virginia). Others have received scholarships and academic awards at PVCC. Transfer Agreements with Honors Programs of Regional Four-year Universities Honors Program transfer agreements for each of the following universities are listed at www.pvcc.edu/areas-of-interest/honors-program/mous . • James Madison University • Longwood University • Mary Baldwin University • University of Mary Washington • Radford University • Virginia Commonwealth University
EDUCATION FOR EVERYONE
CLASSES FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: AT YOUR HIGH SCHOOL OR AT PVCC www.pvcc.edu/dualenrollment Dual Enrollment Classes at Area High Schools
The Early College Scholars Program for High School Students The Early College Program allows students to pursue an associate of science degree in general studies while still attending high school, giving students a jump start on their post- secondary education while preparing them for college life. Visit www.pvcc.edu/earlycollege . CLASSES FOR ADULT STUDENTS It’s never too late to prepare for a new career, update skills or earn a promotion. PVCC offers a wide variety of flexible class offerings to accommodate the needs of working adults, including online and evening classes, short-term training, job placement assistance, and more. To learn about programs, financial aid options, and how PVCC can make college work for you, attend a free Getting Started Information Session. The sessions are held at various locations throughout the service region. See back cover for a list of upcoming sessions or visit www.pvcc.edu/outreach .
The Dual Enrollment Program allows eligible high school students to earn college and high school credit simultaneously. Students can save money since dual enrollment classes in the high schools are offered at no cost to the student. Contact your high school guidance counselor to learn more. Dual Credit Classes at PVCC High school students also have the option to take college classes on campus with PVCC college students. To learn more about dual credit classes, contact the Admissions and Advising Center at admissions@pvcc.edu or 434.961.6581. Note: Students are responsible for tuition and fees if taking dual credit classes at PVCC.
To learn more, contact Honors Program Coordinator John Gulley at jgulley@pvcc.edu or 434.961.5363, or visit www.pvcc.edu/honors .
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