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CUNY Macaulay Honors College at Hunter College
The Hunter Honors College attracts students with outstanding academic records who seek intellectual challenges in a supportive environment. Using the undergraduate online application available through the CUNY Web site (www.cuny.edu), students select the Honors College and then indicate Hunter College as their desired campus.
A student must enter the Honors College as a first semester freshman and may seek admission through either Early Decision (application by November 1) or regular decision (application by December 1). For more information on the Hunter Honors College, see Special Academic Programs of this catalog or inquire at the Honors College Office, Room 140 Hunter North, (212) 650-3556.
Early Admission
Students with superior high school records may apply for admission to the college upon completion of the third year of high school. An interview with the Admissions Committee is required, as well as a high school average of at least 90%, minimum SAT scores of 600 verbal and 600 math and three high school recommendations. Students are admitted only in the fall semester. Applications must be filed directly with the Hunter Admissions Office before April 1.
ESL (English as a Second Language) Designation
Students whose secondary school education includes at least one year in a high school where a language other than English is the primary language of instruction are designated as ESL students. ESL students who are admitted to Hunter may be permitted to register even if they received failing scores on the CUNY skills assessment tests in reading and/or writing. (A passing score on the CUNY Math Assessment Test (CMAT) is required for ESL designation.)
These students are tested for placement in appropriate developmental courses and receive special advisement regarding program planning. ESL students may take developmental English courses for two semesters and are permitted to enroll at Hunter for an additional two semesters before being required to pass the skills test. Additional information about placement and program planning for ESL students is available at the Office of Student Services.
SEEK Program (Search for Education, Elevation and Knowledge)
The SEEK Program admits a limited number of educationally and economically disadvantaged students who do not meet the standard admission criteria. This program provides intensive academic services and a stipend for educational expenses to those students who exhibit extreme need. Students apply for entry to the SEEK Program through the standard freshman admission process. See the Financial Aid section for additional information on requirements for admission to the SEEK Program.
Note: For information about admission to special academic programs for continuing students, including programs in the Health Professions, QUEST (School of Education) and the Thomas Hunter Honors program, see the appropriate school and department/program listing in this catalog. |
