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[quote]One thing to look for in terms of quality is a recognized honors college vs. an honors program. [b]This ensures that the program is distinctive and rigorous enough to award its own “honors degree” upon graduation.[/b] There are many perks in DCs honors college which is small - about 4 percent of all students or 1 percent per class. DC started receiving special invitations to interview and meet firm/agency representatives (starting as a sophomore), invitations to submit conference papers and professors have reached out for internships. So far an excellent experience. 
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But will most employers know or appreciate this? It doesn't sound worth all this extra trouble, unless employers and/or graduate schools are in the know, and it sounds like the waters have been muddied with so many different types of programs. [b]Lastly, if the student belongs in a more rigorous program, why aren't they attending a more rigorous college?
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Because these honors programs give substantial merit scholarships. $10K to full rides depending on your test scores and GPA. 
A family making $150K or more may have to pay 40K or more a year for Ivy vs a free ride to an honor program.

Plus many kids want to remove themselves from the intense competitive atmosphere at rigorous colleges and enjoy life.

Some kids enjoy the high spirit colleges with great sports teams and 300+ clubs

Some enjoy the location as many rigorous colleges are in cold weather states.

Some like perks of honors college (better dorms, first pick of classes, free designated tutors/editors, requested research positions etc...)  Its a nice way to start college. 
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