Do
I need to sign-on and activate my BC email account?
Yes,
it is very important that you activate and use your BC email account.
The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute
is making the transition from postal mailed notices to
email notices. Already, notification about
term scholarships will only be sent via email. It
is also important that you get used to frequently checking your
BC college email for notices since all universities conduct their
notification in this manner.
Please
follow these easy steps to setup your account.
1) Go
to the BC homepage. On the
left side of the page is a box with the title "myBC/SOS Login." Please
type in your BC student ID (Social Security #) and pin number
(by default this is your two digit month of birth, i.e. 03 for
March, followed by your two digit year of birth, i.e. 85 for 1985).
2) After
you log in, your personal BC student account page should load.
Please click on the link that says "Student Email." Please
follow the instructions on that page.
3) Visit
this link for further instructions about logging in and using your
email account.
Students
have the option of having their BC account forward all incoming
mail to their favorite email address (i.e.: yahoo, aol, bellsouth.net,
etc.). You can set this up in your email account options/preferences.
Applying to The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute at BC
What
are the eligibility requirements to apply?
There
are many ways to be eligible to apply:
1)
Completion of 12 college-credits with a 3.5 GPA (GPA is based on
college-level courses only)
2)
High School Graduation and 1000 SAT score (minimum 440 math and
440 verbal required)(no remedial classes required)
3)
Proof of completion of a Home School program with 1000 SAT score
(minimum 440 Math and 440 verbal). Please contact admissions
for more information.
4)
GED diploma with top 1-2% GED test score (based on test percentiles
on your diploma)
Can
AS degree seeking students apply?
AS
degree seeking students are encouraged to apply! The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute
will accommodate your honors course requirements by assisting you
in obtaining honors credit for some of your (career) courses through
the Honors by Contract agreement. AS degree seeking students
qualify for The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute Certificate by taking nine credit
hours of honors courses.
What
are the advantages of joining The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute?
There
are numerous benefits to student who join! Here are a few:
-
Honors
Classes (small, seminar style, dynamic, enjoyable)
-
Honors
Institute scholarships
-
Academic
Distinction
-
Wear
Honors Cords at the Commencement Ceremony
-
Transfer
scholarships and placement at universities
-
First
day registration privileges
-
The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute Certificate (this is an articulated agreement
with state colleges and universities and entitles you to consideration
for transfer scholarships and increases in scholarship amounts)
-
Early
BC academic advisement priority
Where
can I get an application form and what are the deadlines?
You
can apply for admission to The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute at any time - there
is no deadline. You can download an application in Word or Adobe
format from the Online Forms page,
or you can also obtain an application from one of the Campus
Honors Coordinators listed on the Contact
page.
Who
are the Campus Honors Coordinators and how do I contact them?
The
Honors Coordinators are the faculty members who run the Honors
program at the campus level. Please see the Contact
page for
a list of the Coordinators and their contact information.
Honors Institute Scholarships
Are
there BC scholarships for students who have been accepted into The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute?
The
Institute offers the Scholar award and term scholarships
to Honors
students. Most students should be eligible for one of these scholarship
opportunities. Please see the Scholarships
page for more detailed information. In addition, The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute offers scholarships for students participating on the
Brain Bowl Team and the Math
Team
Are
there scholarships available for part-time students?
Due
to the generosity of Mr. Robert Elmore, who recently established
the Robert Elmore Honors Institute Scholarship Endowment, part-time
scholarships are now available as of Fall, 2005. Please see the
Term Scholarship Application (Online
Forms) or the Scholarships
page for further
information.
How
do I apply for The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute term scholarships?
The
Institute's scholarships are awarded separately for fulltime and
part-time Honors students each term. Students
receiving the Scholar Award (see Prospective
Student Scholarships page) will have not have
to reapply each term, but must meet certain requirements.
All other students must fill out a scholarship application every
term
that they meet the following eligibility requirements:
Fulltime
students
- membership in The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute
- enrolled in a minimum of twelve credits
- enrolled in a minimum of one Honors class
- minimum 3.5 GPA
Part-time
students
- membership in The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute
- enrolled in a minimum of six credits and less than twelve credits
- enrolled in a minimum of one Honors class
- minimum 3.5 GPA
Applications
are available online,
and at the offices of the Campus Honors Coordinators.
The deadlines are posted on the Forms
page and on the scholarship application form itself. Please
see the Scholarships page for
more detailed information.
When
will I know if I have received a scholarship?
The
money will be awarded within 2 weeks after the posted application
deadline. Notification to apply will be posted on the Honors website
and via email notice
during the third week of classes each term. The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute will notify applicants via email as
to whether or not they will receive funds and
the amount
that
will be awarded.
Am
I still eligible for scholarships if I receive financial aid and/or
other scholarships or grants?
Having
other scholarships/financial aid does not affect your eligibility
unless the sum of these funds meets or exceeds the maximum amount
of financial assistance allowed per calendar year. This is not
generally an issue for most students, but you should check with the
BC Financial aid office
if you receive numerous scholarships.
Are
there any scholarships for the summer term?
Presently
there is no money available for the summer term.
Honors Courses
How
are Honors courses different from regular courses?
Taking Honors classes is one the most significant benefits for honors
students. It is usually easy to fit them into your schedule
because they are designed to meet the Gen Education Requirements
for AA and AS degrees, especially composition, humanities,
and social sciences. Honors courses differ from conventional
classes in the following respects:
-
Small
classes capped at 20 students
-
Motivated
students who want to learn
-
Seminar
style
lecture which encourages independent thinking and student participation
-
Always
includes a 3000 word writing requirement
-
Incorporates
a stimulating and interesting Honors Project
How
do I register for Honors courses and how do I know which ones are
available?
Honors students can register online for Honors Classes in
the same way that they register for other classes. You can
find out what honors classes are available each term by
going to the Honors Term Schedule page.
It is important to register early so you can get the Honors
classes that suit your schedule and your general education
requirements.
What
grade is required to pass an honors course?
The
passing grade for an Honors course is the same as the equivalent
non-Honors course. However, you must earn
an A or B to receive Honors credit for
that course.
Do
Honors classes cost more than regular classes?
Honors
classes do not have a higher tuition than corresponding non-honors
courses.
How
many Honors courses must I take to be eligible for Honors Institute
Scholarships?
You
must be registered for 3 Honors credits to be eligible for an Honors
Institute scholarship in a given term.
What
is Honors by Contract?
Honors
by Contract is an arrangement where a student receives Honors Credit
for a non-Honors course. It is important to realize that Honors
by Contract is limited to very special circumstances and must be
approved by your Campus Honors Coordinator and/or The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute
Associate Vice President as well as the faculty member teaching
the course. AA degree seeking students are allowed to take a
maximum of one Honors by Contract course. AS degree seeking students
may take up to two Honors by Contract courses with the permission
of The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute Associate Vice President. Students must
fill out a contract form and obtain the cooperation and consent
of their instructor and Honors Coordinator within the first three
weeks of the term (or prior to the start of the
term
when possible). The application form includes
detailed instructions and deadline/eligibility information. You
may obtain this form from the Online
Forms Page,
or from a Campus
Honors Coordinator.
How
many Honors courses must I take to graduate with the Honors
certificate?
If
you are an AA degree seeking student, you must take 18 credits
of Honors classes (including the IDH 2121 Honors Course) and have
a minimum 3.5 GPA before graduation in order to earn the Honors
Certificate. AS degree seeking students must take 9 credits of
Honors classes and have a minimum 3.5 GPA before graduation in
order to earn The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute Certificate.
What
is IDH 2121?
IDH
2121 is the Honors Interdisciplinary Seminar course. It is the
capstone course experience for The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute Certificate.
Students are encouraged to take it at some point in their last
two terms at BC, as it helps to complete the “Honors
experience.” The courses are offered on all campuses for
all three terms (Fall, Winter, and Summer) and offer a
choice of topics that are studied from the vantage point of several
disciplines and offer study of important contemporary issues. Check
the Honors
Term Schedule each term for your choices on each campus.
What
are the advantages of the Honors Certificate?
The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute Certificate is an articulated achievement of
academic distinction recognized by the Florida State University
System and also by universities outside of Florida. As such,
it is an asset when your application is evaluated for admission
and
for
transfer scholarships. The Certificate is often necessary
for admission to the junior year in Honors Colleges and can increase
the scholarship
amount awarded to you by some state universities.
Graduation and Transfer
How do I get the Honors Certificate?
As mentioned above, to be eligible for this certificate, AA students
must take 18 credits
of Honors classes (including the IDH 2121 Honors Course) and have
a minimum 3.5 GPA before graduation. AS degree seeking
students must take 9 credits of Honors classes and have a minimum
3.5 GPA. You MUST also
fill out The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute "Graduation
Request & University Preference Form" which
may be found on the Online Forms page.
Deadlines are posted on the Forms
page and on the form itself.
Does
the Honors Certificate allow me to transfer directly into the
Honors programs at other universities?
Yes,
The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute certificate is important in terms of the transfer
to other university honors colleges/programs, however it is important
to note that honors colleges/programs at universities also consider
your GPA, resume, service and academic records when reviewing your
application for admission. At some universities, The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute
certificate can also increase the amount of the scholarship funds
you are awarded.
Does
The Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors Institute help me get transfer scholarships?
Yes,
we are here to help you apply, but we need your cooperation in
the following three ways. You must complete these
steps in a timely manner and meet all BC and university
deadlines.
1)
You need to attend an Honors Transfer Scholarship Workshop in October/November
prior to the year in which you plan to graduate.
2)
You need to apply to the universities where you are interested
in transferring.
3)
You need to fill out and return The Honors Graduation Request & University
Preference Form. You should submit copies of your university
application with this form.
Please
see the Honors Graduation and
Transfer Scholarships pages
for detailed descriptions of these important
steps and for other transfer scholarship information.
Is
it preferable to graduate in the winter (December) or in the
spring
(May)?
It is important for you to realize that all universities use their
scholarship money as recruitment money to attract students to
their institutions. Therefore, whether you plan to enroll at
the university of your choice in the Fall (August) Term or the
Winter (January) Term, you must have your application completed
by the spring deadline dates (usually Feb. 1 or March 1) of the
year in which you complete your degree at BC. The scholarship
money is awarded in April, May and June, depending on the internal
process at each University. You can always notify the university
of your choice that you will be entering mid-year and your scholarship
will be held for you. However, it is very important that you
realize that you cannot be awarded transfer scholarship money
mid-year; it is assigned at the beginning of the year or once
you begin attending the university. For this reason, students
who are considering December graduation should research the scholarship
opportunities and deadline dates with extra care for January
enrollment at their universities of choice.
