As a Finalist in the Computer-Based Honors Program, you are invited to a special orientation so we can answer some of your outstanding questions about our program.

Interested in becoming a finalist? Apply to the Computer-Based Honors Program today!

Q: Can my parents attend the Finalist Visit?

A: Parents are welcome to come, but the focus is on the finalists. There are no activities scheduled for the parents during the visit. Finalists will have full schedules of activities, so parents will need to plan their own activities. Students are encouraged to spend time with current CBHers and other finalists to get a feel for the program. The Computer-Based Honors Program will not pay for the hotel room or travel expenses of the parents, and parents must make their own hotel reservations.

Q: Who will be in my hotel room?

A: Students will stay in hotel rooms with other finalist; boys will be three to a room and girls will be two to a room. The young men will be provided with an extra bed so no one will have to share a bed. Roommates will be assigned prior to the event; students may not request specific roommates. Parents may not share a room with their child.

Q: Will I need to bring money for meals?

A: All meals will be provided for students during the orientation. Students do not need any money unless they would like to purchase souvenirs, snacks from the hotel vending machines, etc.

Q: What if I can't get there on time on Monday?

A: This is fine, you just need to let us know beforehand so we need to schedule someone to be there to pick you up from the airport or provide you other directions if you will be driving in.

Q: What if I have to leave early on Tuesday?

A: This is fine, but once again you have to let us know. We can accommodate your schedule and ensure that you attend all required events within the time period you can be here.

Q: If I am flying in, how will I get to the hotel?

A: Students who are flying in will have an escort pick them up at the airport. Students might be carpooling in with others who have similar arrival times.

Q: If I am carpooling in a vehicle with two or more students, who will receive the reimbursement for gas mileage?

A: Only the driver of the vehicle will be reimbursed for gas mileage. Students from the same school or city are encouraged to carpool.

Q: How should I dress?

A: The dress code for orientation is casual. Please wear comfortable shoes because you will be walking around campus.

Q: Will there be anyone monitoring the students in the hotel?

A: Yes. There will be at a minimum of six senior CBHers staying overnight in the hotel with the students. In addition, all students will be given Dr. Sharpe and Mrs. Batson's home and cell phone numbers. Both are on-call 24 hours a day during the finalist visit.

Q: Does this invitation mean that I have a position in the Computer-Based Honors Program Freshmen Class?

A: No. This invitation means that you are a finalist for the next freshman class. There are only forty seats available in the freshman class, and more than forty students are invited for the visit. This visit gives us the opportunity to get to know more about you than what can be put on an application. This visit also gives you the opportunity to evaluate CBH and the University to determine if this is where you wish to pursue your college career.

Q: My school requires documentation in order for me to be excused from school. Will this be provided?

A: Yes. If you let us know this is required by your school, we will send a standard form to your school detailing your agenda and the purpose of your visit to campus. We will need you to provide the contact information and any additional information we need to include. If your school has an excused absence form, please bring it with you for us to sign or send it beforehand so we may return it prior to your visit.