The College of New Jersey Honors Program provides a high level of challenge and stimulation to talented students who seek a broad educational experience. The program serves students in all majors in all schools of the college. Honors courses meet general education requirements, so students in the program may complete part of the general education requirements with courses exclusive to the Honors Program. Thus, completion of the Honors Program does not require students to take additional courses, only different ones. Classes are small, encouraging interaction with professors and other talented students.
Many honors courses are team-taught by two faculty members from different disciplines.
Many investigate the western cultural heritage and provide a global view of cultural values. Another important part of the program is a required study of cultures and issues of the non-Western world. The Honors Program is open to incoming students, transfer students, and currently matriculated students who meet the entrance requirements of the program. Graduates of the program receive special recognition on diplomas and transcripts. Residence life opportunities are available in Brewster Honors House.