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Welcome to the De Anza Honors Program!
The De Anza College Honors Program is a college-wide, interdisciplinary learning community for students with high aspirations and a strong commitment to learning. The Honors Program is designed
- To challenge students to achieve their intellectual potential.
- To improve students' critical thinking, writing, and discussion skills.
- To help students understand the connections between disciplines.
- To encourage close interaction among students and with instructors.
- To support timely and appropriate student transfer objectives.
The Honors Program at De Anza invites you to consider the advantages
 • Encountering outstanding faculty committed to your success and the highest standards of teaching
• Connecting with other students committed to academic achievement and intellectual development
• Small classes emphasizing discussion (CORE) and regular classes shared with Honors students (COHORT), which parallel university freshman and sophomore classes.
• Occasional linked interdisciplinary classes which reflect the collaboration of faculty in different disciplines who are committed to high standards of teaching and learning.
• Honors Scholar designation on transcript and diploma which communicates high achievement to transfer institutions and future employers
• Access to the Honors counselor and developing a transfer plan
• Participation in special honors events and activities, including speakers, performances, and service activities
• Priority registration to ensure enrollment in desired classes.
• Letters of recommendation from the Honors Coordinator.
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