Joliet Junior College is proud to announce the Crawford Honors College, opening in fall 2025. Thanks to the extraordinary vision and generous donation of Dr. Curtis J. & Mrs. Gina Crawford, JJC is able to offer this incredible opportunity for the brightest minds in the college’s district. Graduates will be well-prepared to seamlessly transfer into honors colleges at four-year universities.

Benefits 

• Full tuition scholarship for four semesters*
• Small class sizes
• Interdisciplinary courses and advanced offerings 
• Priority registration and advising 
• Research and study abroad
• Conferences
• Publication opportunities

Admissions Criteria 

• 3.8 or higher GPA
• ACT score of 30 or higher
• Top 10% of high school class
• High school leadership activities
• Admissions essay
• Commitment to full-time enrollment 

*Students must maintain a 3.8 GPA each semester and meet other requirements to stay eligible for the scholarship. 

Joining the Program  

First, apply to JJC. Once that is complete, please fill out the application below. If you have any questions, please email honors@jjc.edu .