Communication Majors RAP

All students entering UMass Amherst as a Communication Major are welcome to join this RAP! 

When you join this RAP you will...

• Gain an understanding of communication processes-and departmental goals-ranging from the interaction of people across cultures to the ways new technologies affect society
• Take a unique seminar created just for this program
• Enroll in two courses that satisfy Communication Department requirements
• Share your living-and-learning experience with a community of high-achieving Communication Majors

The Communication Majors RAP (COMM RAP) is a wonderful opportunity for 30 first-year students who are motivated to connect with other Communication majors, meet faculty from the department and learn about the goals and opportunities within the Department of Communication  at UMass Amherst. 

COMM RAP students will have a specially designated small section of introductory communication classes in the residential area both fall and spring semesters.  This gives the students a chance to get to know each other and engage in special projects and opportunities with the department as they begin their time at the university.   

Be sure to visit the How to Join  page of this website to learn about the process and important timelines you must follow to become a member of this fantastic program!