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General University Information
GENERAL HONORS PROGRAM
Over the past four decades since its foundation, the General Honors
Program has grown. The program now coordinates approximately 200 courses
and sections each semester at the introductory through advanced levels,
in a wide variety of fields in all colleges and schools of the University.
In general, Honors courses are small classes taught as seminars with
emphasis on interactive learning and discussion.
ADMISSION TO GENERAL HONORS
The University of Miami Honors Programs takes the initiative to invite
the top 10% of the entering freshman class to join the General Honors
Program. On receipt of an invitation, there is no further action required
on the part of the student.
RETENTION AND REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
WITH GENERAL HONORS
To remain in the General Honors Program a student must maintain
an overall academic average of 3.500 and complete at least
two Honors courses (six credits) per academic year.
To graduate with General Honors, a student must satisfy at least
24 credits in General Honors courses with a grade of “B” or
better and have an overall grade point average of 3.500. Twelve of
the 24 credits must be in courses at the 200 level or above. No more
than 12 credits in the student’s major may be counted toward
the 24 credits in General Honors.
WITHDRAWAL, DISMISSAL, AND REINSTATEMENT
TO GENERAL HONORS
Students may withdraw from the program at any time at their discretion.
They should notify the Honors Office in writing of their intention
to withdraw. Honors students grade point averages and general performance
are reviewed each academic year. Any student who fails to maintain
the required cumulative grade point average or fails to take the required
number of Honors credits will be excused from the program. Students
may re-enter the program when their grade point average reaches 3.500;
however, students must inform the Honors Office of the improved average
and of their interest in re-entering the program.
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