Citizenship in the twenty-first century requires the ability to engage complex connections between the present and past, between local places and our global society, and between the arts and sciences. Sewall Residential Academic Program (SRAP) is a program for first-year students enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences that have an interest in the study of history and culture. SRAP combines classes ranging from history and biology to economics and English, with co-curricular activities (such as lectures, films, and field trips) and local community outreach to help students recognize and think about these connections. Participating in SRAP provides students with the opportunity to enjoy the advantages of a small liberal arts college with the broader resources of a large research university. All of SRAP classes are small (approximately 18 students), emphasize analytical thought through intensive reading, discussion, and writing, and require active student participation. Residents must take one three-credit Sewall course each semester; it is sometimes possible to take additional Sewall classes on a space-available basis. In addition, SRAP students are required to participate in a community outreach program for which they receive academic credit. Participation in the academic program is mandatory for all Sewall residents. SRAP is a great choice for students who enjoy interdisciplinary study and who want to explore the interconnections among their classes while also learning in a hands-on way outside of the traditional classroom.
For more detailed information, visit the Sewall Sewall RAP site.
Cost: $765 nonrefundable fee per academic year (08-09 rate). A limited number of scholarships are available to cover some or the entire program fee.
To Apply: Only students enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences may apply. Select "Residential Academic Program" and "Sewall Hall" on the residential academic program section of the online housing application.
Participation is mandatory for Sewall residents.
