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The Honors Program

The Honors Program

Are you ready to think more broadly, explore more deeply, and indulge your intellectual curiosity? Then the Honors Program at Oakton just might be for you. 

In small classes, you’ll study with dedicated faculty and motivated students. You’ll find opportunities for research, seminars, and more. You might join the Honors Student Organization or attend special Honors workshops and events. You’ll complete high-level work and prepare to succeed in a four-year institution or in the workplace.

To apply to the Honors Program at Oakton, you need at least two of the following:

  • A 3.5 GPA at any college 
  • An ACT score of 25 or better
  • Ranking in the top 20 percent of your high school class
  • GED of 300 or better
  • An instructor recommendation 


For more information about the Honors Program, please see our Frequently Asked Questions, or contact us. We look forward to hearing from you!

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IMPORTANT DATES


Ongoing
Registration open for summer and fall.

June 3
Eight-week summer session begins.

June 3
Three-week interim grades due.

June 10
Seven-week summer session begins.

June 10
Four-week interim grades due.

June 13
Last day to submit proof of residency, business service agreements and chargebacks/joint agreements.

June 20
Last day to change to Audit.

June 20
Last day to drop and have course dropped from record.

June 27
Last day for filing Graduation Petitions.

June 27
Last day to withdraw with a "W" (no withdrawals after mid-term) Students will receive a grade in all courses in which they are enrolled after June 27.

July 4
Independence Day holiday. College closed.


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