How long is JMU orientation?
one-day
Spring Orientation By attending our one-day program, we hope you learn about successfully transitioning to Madison and the services and resources we offer.
How many students are in the Honors College at JMU?
950 students
We currently have approximately 950 students in our Honors Program.”
What GPA do you need for JMU Honors College?
3.25
The criteria for good standing in the Honors College are: 1. Cumulative JMU GPA: 3.25 minimum at the end of the academic year. NOTE: Due to the ongoing challenges to education and learning posed by the pandemic, the Honors College is waiving the minimum GPA requirement indefinitely.
Do JMU honors students get scholarships?
All Honors college students may apply for assistance. Awards will be selected based on financial need and scholarship requirements. Please note these scholarships are auto-matched so no additional information required other than the General Application in the Madison Scholarship Hub.
Is JMU orientation mandatory?
Yes, families and/or guests are encouraged to attend Orientation.
What is Frog Week at JMU?
However, there’s one important event that all JMU freshmen should experience: FROG Week. The infamous “FROG Week” takes place about five days before classes begin, allowing freshmen to explore their new home for the next nine months and engage in activities to mingle with their peers and campus better.
Does JMU have an Honors Program?
Students can enter the Honors Program through two avenues: Entering freshmen who have at least a 3.5 high school GPA and high scores on their SAT or ACT are invited to join the Academic Honors Program as Honors Scholars.
Does JMU have an honors program?
What is an Honors College at a university?
Honors colleges and honors programs are special accommodation constituent programs at public and private universities – and also public two-year institutions of higher learning – that include, among other things, supplemental or alternative curricular and non-curricular programs, privileges, special access.
What is a JMU frog?
This is the official beginning of your JMU experience…you’ll move into your residence hall, reconnect with your OPA, meet your First yeaR Orientation Guide (FROG), and be immersed in several academic and social programs throughout the first few weeks to help you become acclimated to the campus.
What does frogs stand for at JMU?
JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY | ORIENTATION OFFICE. 2021 FIRST YEAR ORIENTATION GUIDE (FROG) APPLICATION PACKET.
What to do in August at JMU?
Use the links below to watch recordings from the day. In August, you’ll move to Harrisonburg, reconnect with your Orientation leaders and be immersed in several academic and social programs throughout the first few weeks to help you get to know JMU better! Learn more!
Who is the valedictorian of the 2021 class at JMU?
First year Honors student Deaquan Nichols will conduct summer research with Chemistry professor Oleksandr Kokhan. Carter Bowman leaves JMU as valedictorian of the 2021 class. Truman Scholarship finalist Steven Davic reveals ‘the best weapon on the battlefield.’
What is the orientationorientation program?
Orientation is broken into three phases to help you prepare for the transition to becoming the newest Duke. Learn more about each phase below. Your One Book will continue to be your one-stop-shop containing information and resources as you begin your transition to JMU.
