James W. Rouse Scholars Program
Explore the Rouse Scholars Program
Established in 1992, the Rouse Scholars Program is designed for graduating high school seniors and recent graduates. Students progress together as a cohort through a four-semester sequence of Honors seminars focused on civic engagement, leadership development and academic research.
Benefits and Eligibility
- Course-linked learning community
- Honors seminars and capstone project
- Eligibility: 3.2 high school GPA (exceptions may apply)
- Academic, transfer and career advising support
- Opportunities for faculty-led research, publication in Journal of Research in Progress, study abroad and international exchange
- Leadership development programming
- Invitation to join international honor societies such as Phi Theta Kappa
- Exclusive scholarships
Requirements
- Four-semester commitment, including the capstone
- Complete 15 credits of Honors coursework or equivalent
- Maintain a 3.0 GPA
- Participate in one service opportunity each semester
- Attend one pillar event each semester
For more specific information about this Honors and Undergraduate Research offering, please email Honors@HowardCC.edu.
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