Computer Science Majors RAP

All students entering UMass Amherst as Computer Science Majors are welcome to join this RAP! 

When you join this RAP you will... 

  • Take a unique 1-credit seminar created just for this program.  The seminar is taught by Computer Science faculty, and will introduce students to a range of academic opportunities available through the department. 
  • Share your living-and-learning experience with a community of high-achieving Computer Science Majors.
  • Work closely with faculty and explore academic and/or career opportunities.
  • Room with another student in the RAP.
This program is a wonderful opportunity for you to connect with other motivated Computer Science majors, meet faculty, and learn about opportunities within the department of Computer Science at UMass. 

The program consists of 24 first-year students who live together in Dickinson Hall in the Orchard Hill area of campus. This gives all students in the RAP a chance to get to know each other, collaborate on homework assignments and work together on special projects.  It's also a great way to make a successful transition to the academic and social life at the University.  Students can easily share information about clubs, activities and events they have discovered.

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

Classes

Students will enroll in the following classes:

Fall 2009

  • RAP Seminar, 1-credit, in the residential area.
  • English 112 - College Writing, in the residential area.  
  • Math 131 (pending score on Math Placement Test), seats reserved in sections on the main campus
  • Computer Science classes based on the recommendation of your advisor

Location

Students will live together in Dickinson Hall in the Orchard Hill area of campus. 

 

Letter from Computer Science Majors RAP faculty sponsor (link to letter)

 

Letters from current CompSci Majors RAP students (link to letter)

 

Pamela R. Marsh-Williams, Ph.D.
Assistant Provost & Dean

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