Mission StatementHonors at Brookdale provides an enriched academic experience to a select cohort of highly motivated students. Through a curriculum that emphasizes global awareness, cultural

experiences, and local engagement, Brookdale Honors students are challenged to connect their studies to the world beyond the campus. By foster-ing collaborative learning and intellectual inquiry, Honors at Brookdale prepares students for transfer to competitive four-year colleges and universities, as well as for citizenship in our 21st-century world.

For More Information Contact:Dr. Laura Neitzel Coordinator of Honors Social Sciences DivisionBrookdale Community College765 Newman Springs RoadLincroft, NJ 07738-2345Lneitzel@brookdalecc.edu(732) 224-2557

Honors at Brookdale was the best college decision I could have made.

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Application Process and Admissions Requirements1. Before applying to Honors at Brookdale students must first submit a general admissions application to the College. To apply online visit www.brook-dalecc.edu/apply.

2. Submit a completed Application for Admission for Honors at Brookdale. To download an applica-tion, visit www.brookdalecc.edu/honors.

3. Return the following documents with the complete application:

a. High school and/or college transcripts indicating GPA of 3.5 or higherb. Standardized test scores: SAT (at least 1100 combined Critical Reading and Math) or equiva-lent Accuplacer scoresc. Letter or recommendationd. Required essay

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Honors fosters friendships, and effortlessly creates a learning community.

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I look forward to my Honors classes every week.

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The Honors Program at Brookdale Community College:The Best Choice for the Best StudentsStudents take most of their Honors courses together, allowing them to build friendships and support each other throughout their Honors experience. Eighteen credits of Honors coursework are required for graduation. Freshmen complete a twelve-credit foundational year of Honors general education courses. In the second year, students finish their Honors requirements and work on a capstone proj-ect to present at the Spring Honors Symposium.

There is a nine-credit Certificate available for students beginning their Honors studies in their sophomore year. See www.brookdalecc.edu/honors for more informa-tion.

Benefitsn Smaller, interactive classroom experiencesn Co-curricular social and cultural activities with the Honors community

n Close faculty mentoringn Opportunity for specialized research as part of

the Symposium projectn Enhanced transfer opportunities to competitive

four-year programsn Resumé-building experience that shows future

employers you seek out challengesn Special diploma recognition

Where Have Our Graduates Transferred?Amherst CollegeThe College of New JerseyColumbia UniversityDrew UniversityKean UniversityMontclair UniversityMonmouth UniversityNew Jersey Institute of TechnologyRamapo CollegeRowan UniversityRutgers UniversitySyracuse UniversityUniversity of Massachusettsand many more!

Ask us about our transfer agreements with Georgian Court, Monmouth, and Rutgers School of Business in New Brunswick

Honors not only offers challenging courses and individualized attention, it also provides a community, or family-like atmosphere.

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BROOKDALE STUDENTS IN GREECE. An Honors study-away experience between freshman and sophomore year is highly encouraged (but not required).

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There is a special bond among Honors students; not only are there shared courses and assignments, but also shared smiles and laughs.

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