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up to fiveweeks of residence in a college environment abroad while earning up
to sixhours of academic course credit. ClaytonStatealso participates in student
exchange programs with the University of Caen in France, University of
Pannonia in Hungary, Birla College in India, along with other universities in
foreign countries. Joining these programs, students can study for a semester or
academic year abroad, with the credit earned counting toward their academic
program at Clayton StateUniversity. Financial aid and HOPE scholarship funds
maybeused for theseprograms.
The Office of International Programs also maintains information on numerous
other study abroad programs offered by colleges and universities throughout the
state and country. Clayton State students have participated in programs in
England, France, Hungary, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Russia, Greece, Germany,
Ghana, Chile, SouthAfrica, andThailand. For complete informationon the study
abroad opportunities available at Clayton State University visit the Office of
International Programs website at
HonorsProgram
The Honors Program at Clayton State University is designed to help
academically talented students get “a step ahead.” Honors Program students
enroll in special enriched sectionsof CoreCurriculum andelective courses.
In addition to the special class sections, Honors Program students have
many opportunities for leadership training, community service, and close contact
with key business andgovernment leaders in theAtlanta region.
Students admitted to the program are eligible for Honors Scholarships that
are awarded on the basis of academic achievement and leadership ability.
Honors Program students are also encouraged to apply for HOPE scholarships,
whichmaybeawarded inaddition to theHonorsProgramScholarships.
APPLICATIONPROCEDURES
Applicationmaterials and other information are available on theHonors Program
website:
New and current students who show outstanding academic achievement are
invited toapply for admission to the HonorsProgram.
Qualifications
For studentswith 30or fewer hoursof college credit:
1. SAT-T 1100or ACT-C24
2. Minimumhigh school GPAof 3.50
3. Demonstrated leadershipability
For studentswithmore than30hoursof college credit:
1. 3.50Overall GPA
2. Demonstrated service to theuniversityor external community
Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee acceptance. The program
decision isbased ondemonstrated potential for the following:
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academic achievement
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leadership
•
independent learning
