The Opportunity to Make a Difference...

Consider joining a dedicated group of student scholars and faculty mentors in pursuit of academic excellence. Honors studies at North Central Texas College is a great way to continue your college journey and has a lot to offer to intellectually curious students. The honors approach celebrates the spirit of inquiry and the skills of critical thinking.

Honors faculty and coursework are the heart of the program. Faculty mentors encourage students to think about complex issues in a more complete way, resulting in nuanced, constructive dialogue—faculty knowledge of the subject matter as well as their varied experiences enable them to develop meaningful coursework and offer multiple perspectives to challenge conventional thought. This is no small task! NCTC’s gifted faculty members understand the importance of productive inquiry within the college setting and beyond.

Students benefit! Honors students receive personal attention throughout their time at NCTC and can expect smaller class sizes, guidance through early registration and advising, and assistance with the transfer process. Leadership and community service opportunities, as well as unique special events, are planned throughout the year for the honors community of scholars.

Don’t miss the opportunity to make a difference in your life and your community! Call or email, and let’s discuss the possibilities for you in the Honors Program, here at North Central Texas College.
Challenge your mind, change the world.

Dr. Lisa Morales, Coordinator
Office of Honors Studies
1500 North Corinth Street
Corinth, Texas 76208
Phone: 940-498-6282 x6333
Fax: 940-498-6405
E-mail: honors@nctc.edu

 

The Honors Program will officially launch at the beginning of the 2010-2011 academic year.
Honors courses will be first offered in the fall semester of 2010.

Download PDF Brochure

How Can Honors Studies Help YOU? || Admission Requirements

Honors Program Activities – 2009-2010 Academic Year

October 1, 2009
Honors Program application process begins for fall 2010 enrollment.
Priority consideration given to early applicants.

October 15, 2009
“Tough Decisions in Hard Times: The Mind of Abraham Lincoln”
Noon, NCTC - Corinth Campus Library
Light refreshments

October 28 - 31, 2009
National Collegiate Honors Council
Annual Conference, Washington D.C.

November 10, 2009
“Who Killed Kennedy? You Decide!”
An interactive event exploring various conspiracy theories.
Pizza and discussion

February 1, 2010
Early application deadline.

March 27, 2010
Conference on American Leadership
“Texas Politics and the Governor’s Race”
8 am - 1 pm, Oakmont Country Club
Breakfast and light lunch included with registration fee

April 5, 2010
Late application deadline. Honors Program application process ends for fall 2010 enrollment.
April 26, 2010
Announcement of NCTC’s Honors Program 2010 Class.

How can Honors Studies help YOU?

  • Smaller class sizes and innovative learning environment
  • Personalized attention in the classroom
  • Priority advising and registration focused on your academic needs
  • Interaction with a community of scholars
  • Leadership and service opportunities
  • Honors program study area
  • Honors student organizations
  • Support through the transfer experience
  • Study abroad opportunities
  • Lunches and other special events exclusively for honors program students

Admission Requirements

  • Completed application form
  • Minimum of 3.3 overall high school GPA or at least two college courses taken with “B” or better grade earned (cumulative 3.0 GPA on all completed college work)
  • Three instructor recommendations
  • Personal interview
  • Portfolio of prior work (optional)

Download PDF Honors Program Student Application

Faculty Course Proposal Form

Challenge your mind... Change the world!