What are the requirements to enroll in an Honors course?
To take an Honors course, you must have one of the following:
1. 3.5 cumulative GPA
2. OR Faculty recommendation
3. OR Advisor recommendation
To enroll, please email Honors Coordinator
Dr. Raymond Keller. If you are interested in taking an honors course but do not meet the requirement, contact the honors coordinator.
Are Honors courses right for me?
In an Atlantic Cape Honors Course, you can expect:
- A specialized approach to the course content, which could be a course theme, an emphasis on primary texts, more creative assignments, etc.
- A challenging but reasonable workload since Atlantic Cape honors courses use the same goals, objectives, and evaluation criteria as all non-honors sections of the course
- A classroom community of engaged and motivated students
- A small class size that promotes opportunity for participation and individual feedback
- An accessible professor who is both an expert in the course material and knowledgeable about Atlantic Cape
- And a mentoring relationship with this professor, who will be a guide and resource to you during and after the semester.
Atlantic Cape Honors Students are expected to:
- Be invested and engaged in the classroom community, having a natural curiosity and love of learning
- Be an active participant in the classroom and course, including discussion and group work
- Make the time commitment needed to master the course goals and objectives and craft excellent work
- And be self-directed, proactive learners with strong time management skills.
Film Rhetoric (Honors Composition): ENGL101-MD11H:
- What do Westerns say about the future of America?
- Why do we love superhero movies?
- How does horror reflect real-world fears?
In this honors composition course, you’ll explore film as a powerful form of storytelling and persuasion, analyzing everything from blockbusters to thought-provoking cinema. Perfect for students who love movies, pop culture, and big ideas.
Drawing & Painting Animals (Embedded Honors): ARTS250 CD01
Create art inspired by real animals, including on-site work at the Cape May County Zoo. Honors students take it a step further with advanced projects, including acrylic painting and expanded portfolio work.
This course blends studio work with observation, helping you:
- Develop technical drawing and painting skills
- Build a professional-quality portfolio
- Explore animal anatomy and artistic style
Introduction to Literature (Embedded Honors – In-Person & Online) ENGL104 MD02 & OL02:
Dive into stories, poems, and plays that explore the human experience.
With embedded honors, you’ll:
- Explore themes more deeply through discussion and writing
- Connect literature to modern life and your own perspective
- Engage in flexible, low-pressure honors work
General Physics I (Embedded Honors): PHYS225 MD01 & ME01
Curious about how the world works? This honors option lets you:
- Take physics beyond formulas to explore real-world applications
- Tackle deeper conceptual challenges
- Connect physics to technology, medicine, and everyday life
Environmental Science (Embedded Honors): ENVL100 CD01 (Cape May)
Explore the science behind today’s most important environmental issues.
Honors students will:
- Dive deeper into topics like climate change, sustainability, and ecosystems
- Analyze real-world case studies
- Engage with solutions that impact your community and beyond
If you have any questions or want help deciding what’s right for you, feel free to reach out. I’m happy to help.