Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University Honors Program
APPLICATION
MISSION
It is the mission of the Alabama A&M University Honors Program to recruit and retain academically talented
scholars and develop them into extraordinary citizens who achieve successful careers and impact their
environment through exemplary leadership and service.
VISION
It is the vision of the Alabama A&M University Honors Program to be recognized as a first-rate Honors
Program that readily attracts and retains the best and brightest students on a local, national, and global level.
OVERVIEW
The Honors Program offers unique opportunities for students (both traditional and non-traditional) to enrich
their college experience and to make a special contribution to the campus environment. The program provides
innovative curriculum through several designated honors courses, professional development, and leadership
training. Most program participants are leaders on campus and servants to the public, and they are also
encouraged to be active members of other student-led organizations. Additionally, all members are required to
complete a minimum of ten (10) service hours per semester (20 annually) and attend three (3) cultural events
each semester. Through fireside chats with professors, university symposiums and panel discussions, students
are inspired to reach their intellectual and academic potential.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
At the time of application, it is expected that interested students:
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Are currently enrolled or plan to attend Alabama A&M University
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Have maintained a 3.30 cumulative high school/college GPA. Rounded averages are not accepted (for
example: 3.28 cannot be rounded to 3.3).
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Have a score of 23 or higher on the ACT or score of 1590 or better on the SAT.
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Have completed no more than 46 college credit hours and have three years remaining until graduation.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS/APPLICATION CHECKLIST
The following documents will be used to determine your eligibility and acceptance into the Honors Program.
Upon review of your application packet and confirmation that you meet ALL of the requirements, you will be
asked to participate in an interview.
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Application (typed/printed legibly)
Essay (300-500 words) A brief autobiographical sketch; why you would like to participate in the
Honors Program; the most important intellectually stimulating experience you have had; and a brief
description of your career goals.
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3 Recommendation/Reference Forms
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Résumé
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Transcript (official for incoming freshmen/unofficial for current students)
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Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University Honors Program
Application
PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY
Name _______________________________________________ Student I.D. ___________________________
Last
First
Middle
Home Address _____________________________________________________________________________
Street
City
Home Phone ______________________________________
State
Zip
Anticipated Graduation Date ______________
Local Address ______________________________________________________________________________
Street
City
State
Zip
Local/Cell Phone ____________________________________ E-Mail _______________________________
High School _______________________________________________________________________________
Name
City
State
Zip
Date of H.S. Graduation _________ Class Size _______ Class Rank _____________ ACT/SAT Score _______
Are you currently enrolled at AAMU? ______ Total Credit Hours Completed at AAMU __________________
Major ________________________________________ Minor ______________________________________
List (describe, if necessary) honors, awards, achievements, and special recognition
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Indicate sources of financial support
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Signature ________________________________________
Date _________________________________
MAIL APPLICATION PACKET TO:
Honors Program ● Alabama A&M University ● P.O. Box 251 ● Normal, AL 35762
Phone: (256) 372-5859 Fax: (256) 372-5651
Note: Application may be faxed if arrangements have been made with Honors Program Director/Asst. Director
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Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University Honors Program
Reference Form
Part I. Instructions to Applicant
Complete Part I of this form and have part II completed by your references. Recommendations should be given by
instructors, guidance counselors, or other persons who are able to comment on your qualification for acceptance
into the AAMU Honors Program.
Name of Applicant: (Last, First, Middle Initial) _________________________________________________________
Address __________________________________________________________________________________________
Street
City
State
Zip
Part II. Instructions to Person Making Recommendation
Please complete the reference form printed below. Provide a honest rating of the applicant based on your
personal, professional, scholastic interactions. Please mail or fax all correspondence to:
AAMU Honors Program
P.O. Box 251
Normal, AL 35762
Ph: (256) 372-5859 Fax: (256) 372-5651
Outstanding
Above
Avg.
Average
General Attitude
Motivation
Leadership Skills
Receptive to Instructions
Initiative
Interpersonal Skills
Community Engagement
Written Communication Skills
Oral Communication Skills
Scholarship
Independent Thought
Research
Potential to Succeed in Honors Setting
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Below
Avg.
Cannot Evaluate
Additional Comments
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REFERENCE INFORMATION
Name __________________________________________
Title ______________________________________
Relationship to Applicant __________________________
Length of Relationship ________________________
School / Organization / Business ___________________________________________________________________
Address _______________________________________________________________________________________
Street
City
State
Zip
Email Address ______________________________________________Phone ______________________________
Signature _______________________________________________
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Date _________________________________