Residential Academic Programs (RAP)
The Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences offers three Residential Academic Programs (RAPs) for first-year students. Students apply to be a part of the program, live together in the same residence hall and enroll in one or more courses together, in addition to participating in activities like mentoring, field trips, and research.
FIERCE (Fostering Inclusion by Engaging in Real-World Computing Education) is an inclusive Residential RAP for incoming computer science and informatics majors. Designed to welcome students who may feel newer to studying computing, FIERCE provides opportunities for academic and social support to foster and sustain professional support networks. FIERCE honors women's contributions to computing and welcomes all students including those from marginalized communities in computing: Women, LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and others.
Modern Computing invites first-year computer science students to live among like-minded peers who are passionate about new technologies and computing research. Experience the benefits of easy access to friends and study partners, along with numerous opportunities to explore interests beyond the classroom.
Public Interest Technology invites first-year students from all majors to live and learn among peers who care deeply about realizing socially responsible solutions to the challenges of our technology-driven world. Become a part of the growing community of public interest technologists on campus and form lasting connections with friends and faculty who will ease your transition to college life and set you up for mentorship and success both within and beyond the classroom.