Academics Academic Resources SAC Honors Academy Program Eligibility

Eligibility

Who can apply

  • High school graduates.
  • Transfer students taking core classes at SAC or a partner Alamo College.
  • Travis Early College High School dual credit students, including those with:
    • Gifted and Talented early admission.
    • Honors Students/AP Exams.
  • Homeschool @ SAC students.
  • Students who are taking core classes at SAC towards a degree or applicable professional program.
  • Students pursuing a SAC Associate’s Degree requiring at least 12 hours in the Texas Core Curriculum who are also willing to participate in some HAP activities, seek out some volunteer/experiential learning, and possibly complete a Research Symposium project by graduation (ideally, in the second or third semester of classes).
  • Submit an Honors Academy Program application.

 

Minimum requirements

  • High school graduates: minimum 3.25+ GPA (85/B).
  • "College Ready" writing skills: TSIA 2.0 placement: college-level Writing and Reading with a minimum essay score of 5.
    • If student is below these skills but really wants to join, they should contact the Director for a meeting on how the might make this happen. 
  • College first-year: minimum 3.25 GPA.
  • Individual exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.

 

After admission (to remain in good standing)

  • You must maintain at least a 2.75 GPA.
    • (students who drop below that will be reviewed and meet with the director regularly).
  • Pass all attempted courses with a C or better.
  • Meet academic advising benchmarks and meet with your advisor at least once a semester.
  • Remain in good standing with the College.