TRANSFER HONORS PROGRAM
In order to help our students to maintain scholarly momentum from their first colleges, to embark on high-level, individualized research, and to ask the big questions that they want to ask of their respective fields, the THP offers financial and academic support to its members. Students receive scholarships at two levels, half tuition and full tuition (NY resident tuition rate), for the four-semester duration of their studies at Queens College. And we provide dedicated academic advising, early registration for courses, and priority consideration for competitive majors and honors programs.
Ā The applicationĀ for the Fall 2025 cohort opens March 15!
The priority deadline for Fall 2025 is December 1; applications received after this date will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the cohort is full.
IMPORTANT DATES
Application Opens
Fall Entry: October 15
Priority Deadlines
Fall Entry: December 1
Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Program Email: transferhonors@qc.cuny.edu
Office: Honors Hall Room 16C
Phone: 718-997-5519
Application FAQs
- You have completed at least 60 credits towards an associate’s or bachelor’s degree at another accredited college/university but have not obtained a bachelor’s degree.
- You have a 3.5 GPA or higher.
- You will be attending Queens College.
- You are a new transfer to Queens College. (We prioritize applicants who are starting their very first semester at Queens College; a small number of applicants who will be in their second semester of transfer may be admitted.)
Whom should I ask for a letter of recommendation?
- We recommend asking a former professor who has taught a subject related to the major you will pursue at Queens College.
- Someone who can speak to your academic or research track record and potential.
What should I submit for my writing sample?
- A paper you have written in a course related to a major you will pursue at Queens College.
- A paper you have written in a humanities or social science related course.
- Research papers or analyses rather than personal reflections.
How long should my writing sample be?
- Approximately 4-7 pages.
- Please don’t send us a book or a one page paper.
What are you looking for in a writing sample?
- Analytical and critical thinking ability.
- Evidence of original thought and/or passion.
- Readability and clarity.
Can I send materials other than a paper?
- We will still need a writing sample. However, we are happy to consider additional materials such as: art portfolios, science posters, resumes, sound/video files, photography.
If I already submitted a transcript to the Admissions Office, do I need to submit a separate transcript with my Transfer Honors Program application?
- Yes. The Transfer Honors Program operates separately from the Undergraduate Admissions Office.
Do I need to send an official transcript?
- If you are transferring from another CUNY school, you may submit an unofficial transcript.
- If you are transferring from a non-CUNY school, please have the registrar email us an official transcript.
