Honors Academy Scholarship
Honors Academy scholars may hold dual admission in Prince George's Community College and a participating four-year college or university. While the list of participating institutions is constantly growing, it currently includes: American University, Catholic University of America, Howard University, Goucher College, St. Mary's College, University of Maryland College Park, University of Maryland University College, and Washington College. Upon graduation from PGCC, the Honor's Academy scholar will receive Honors Academy recognition and a seamless transfer into one of the partnering four-year colleges or universities. An Honors Academy scholar also has the option of applying for transfer to any college or university that is not part of the dual admission agreement.
An Honors Academy scholar receives financial support from Prince George's Community College as long as he/she satisfies the requirements of the Academy and maintains his/her eligibility. Upon graduation from PGCC, the Honors Academy scholar will receive financial support from the partnering four-year college or university.
PGCC Honors Academy scholars have other educational opportunities as well, including:
- Membersship in the Honors Program & Honors Society
- Study under outstanding faculty with fellow Academy scholars
- Assignment to a special Honors Academy advisor
- The option to participate in research and internships
- Possible induction into Phi Theta Kappa, the international Honor Society for two-year colleges
Eligibility Requirements
For currently enrolled PGCC students:
- Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher, based upon at least 12 college credits
- A minimum of 6 out of the 12 credits in general education courses
- Current enrollment or eligibility for admission into the Honors Program
- Grade of B or better in EGL 101
- Eligibility for Math 104 or higher
For incoming students:
- Application for admission to PGCC
- A minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 and a 1550 SAT score (including the writing sample) or
- A minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.25 and a 1650 ACT score (including the writing sample)
- Eligibility for admission into the Honors Program