Here at Bucks County Community College, students are offered the opportunity to join the Honors at Bucks Program. The Honors program at Bucks is for students that are looking to give themselves an extra challenge in their field. The program has no additional cost to one’s tuition. Additionally, it helps one build their resume and opens doors to many scholarships. 

Dr. Stephen doCarmo, a professor in a School of language and Literature, has been running the program for many years. 

To join the program, you need to have a 3.25 GPA or higher, and you would have to receive a required score on their writing, math, and reading placement tests. Get in contact with your advisor regarding these tests and scores. However, if you know you haven’t received a 3.25 GPA or higher in high school or passed the tests, you could still work your way up to obtain that GPA and pass the retests. 

Applying to join the Honors at Bucks Program has become easier. To apply, you need to fill out a form that asks for your first and last name, major, intended start term for Honors at Bucks, your student number, and high school or college GPA. 

When asking a student from Bucks, Kristina Novak, what opportunities she has gained through the program, she says, “This program has given me so many great opportunities and connections. This program allowed me to accept a scholarship in which it paid for two of my semesters, but other than that, the program has also given me great volunteer opportunities.” She mentions that even though the classes may be harder, she feels that by taking them, she would be better prepared for her field of work. 

To stay up to date with all of the assignments, Novak uses a calendar to write out deadlines. She makes sure not to schedule other responsibilities on top of deadlines so that she doesn’t overcommit. Novak voices, “Unfortunately, I’m a heavy procrastinator, but I think being in the Honors Program has helped push back on that and has helped me become more productive and on task.” 

Novak agrees that students should consider joining the Honors at Bucks Program, she states, “Absolutely take the chance, stay organized, and take advantage of all the opportunities it offers! It is so worth it and not to mention, it looks great on your resume/transcript.” 

Going forward, if you or someone you know is interested in the Honors at Bucks Program, don’t hesitate to join. Submitting your application is just a few clicks away. Talk to your advisor to get involved before the Spring 2026 semester or reach out to Dr. Stephen doCarmo to get more information. The last day to apply is one week before the start of each semester.