Excellence in Scholarship and Beyond
The STLCC Honors College is a supportive community for curious and motivated students who want to grow as learners and leaders. We offer a learning environment that encourages critical thinking, creativity and collaboration.
Honors students take a deeper approach to their courses, ask meaningful questions and build skills that help them make a difference in their communities. Through challenging classes, research, and hands-on learning, the Honors College helps students succeed after graduation—whether they transfer to a four-year university or enter the workforce—and grow into innovative leaders and responsible global citizens.
Benefits of the Honors College Program
Honors College students benefit from exclusive opportunities designed to advance their academic and professional development. These include:
- Dedicated faculty mentors at each campus
- Experiential learning opportunities
- Support for community and service projects
- Conference attendance at the National Collegiate Honors Council and other events with faculty
- Access to honors scholarships
“I attribute a large part of my academic success to the STLCC Honors College. Through
this program, I was able to further improve my writing, research and critical thinking
skills, which I believe will be of tremendous help as I continue my academic career.”
- Stephanie F.
How to Join the Honors College
Joining the Honors College is simple and offers multiple pathways for eligible students.
Prospective Students
New STLCC students are eligible for automatic admission to the Honors College if they meet any of the following academic criteria: have a high school GPA of 3.5 or higher (on a 4.0 scale), an ACT score of 26 or above, or an Accuplacer score of 277 or higher.
Students who don’t meet these criteria may apply for provisional acceptance and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Current Students
If you’re currently enrolled at STLCC and have completed at least 12 credit hours of college-level coursework with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher, you’re eligible to join the Honors College. You can apply online and will be automatically accepted if you meet the GPA requirement.
Students who do not yet meet the GPA or credit-hour threshold are still encouraged to apply for provisional acceptance.
Enrich Your Learning with Honors Projects
STLCC Honors College students can earn Honors Program Credit (HPC) in almost any course by completing an approved Honors Project. These projects allow students to dive deeper into course content, conduct independent research or complete creative work in collaboration with their instructor.
Honors Projects are open to eligible students in any course that awards a standard letter grade. To earn HPC, students must complete the approved project and receive an A or B in the course. Honors Credit will be added to the student’s transcript.
To get started:
- Speak with your instructor early in the semester to discuss project expectations.
- Complete the online Honors Contract Worksheet. Contracts are due by 5 p.m. on the Friday one week before midterm (e.g., Week 7 in a 16-week course).
- Apply to the Honors College online and reach out to honors@stlcc.edu with any questions.
Students who complete 15 credit hours of HPC and maintain a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA will earn the prestigious designation of Honors Scholar. This distinction appears on your STLCC transcript and is recognized during commencement with an Honors medal awarded prior to graduation.
Honors College Contacts
Florissant Valley
New coordinator coming soon.
Forest Park
Andrea Nichols
314-644-9654
anichols@stlcc.edu
Meramec
New coordinator coming soon.
Wildwood
Kimberlee Vaughn
636-422-2249
kvaughn33@stlcc.edu
Honors College Director
Dr. Jerry Myers
314-984-7638
gmyers34@stlcc.edu
Honors Assistant
Maureen Thomas
honors@stlcc.edu
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