<p>Dear nearandfar : Let me share some of the advantages afforded by the CAS Honors Program. On the logistical front, Honors Program participants are given four years of on-campus housing (hence avoiding the junior year off-campus year as a mandatory requirement). </p>
<p>Next, participating freshmen will find the sections very small (approximately 15 students per section) which is highly unusual for any university’s freshman courses. Students will get to know their professors incredibly well - many form bonds that last throughout the four years at Boston College. Be aware that participants will typically work very hard and in sections this small, there is no where to hide when you are ill-prepared for class. [Workloads and reading assignments will vary by professor, but most are well-respected and well-liked.]</p>
<p>Honors is a “double-course” - and double the work usually. Freshmen will take four courses per semester as a result. If your child has a science requirement with lab work to complete, this is an advantage in terms of classroom time.</p>
<p>Next, the Honors Program offers magnificiently integrated thought - from literature, history, music, art, architecture and more. If your student enjoyed their AP and top level courses in High School, he/she will find the academic environment comforting and challenging in the most rigorous manner.</p>
<p>Core courses in liberal arts (theology for example) are satisfied by the Honors Program which affords some level of additional flexibility in future scheduling.</p>
<p>Finally, your child will have the ability to work with some absolutely brilliant professors. This all said, by all means visit the Boston College CAS Honors Program web site for more details.</p>