I cannot refute the statement that college honors programs attract privileged and entitled students, for they do. However, those who criticize honors programs for attracting privileged students are missing the other, very important half of the equation– the disadvantaged, yet hardworking and opportunity-seeking students. The truth is, students who are attracted by college honors programs are filled with desire for knowledge and opportunities in self-improvement. They revel in challenges and continuously seek to expand their limits. Students who apply for honors programs do so with the expectation that they will meet other students who may have completely different backgrounds and experiences, but in the end will share the same passion for learning
