Individualized Study
Whether you already have a clear vision for your future, a mix of interests that don’t fit neatly into a traditional major, or you’re exploring the possibilities available at RIT and want support as you discover a path that’s right for you, we meet you where you are.
What is Individualized Study?
Individualized study is all about you.
Individualized study is focused on your interests, your passions, and your career goals. And, it’s an opportunity for you to create a degree that’s tailored around the knowledge and skills you want to learn, and that fit your personal ambitions.
Individualized Study Degrees
In the School of Individualized Study, you’ll customize your academic degree around your interests and career goals. With a rich and diverse academic portfolio that includes more than 80 undergraduate programs, more than 100 graduate programs, and numerous options and concentrations, you can blend a range of RIT course work to create a degree that helps you accomplish your professional aspirations. And you’ll do all of this with a team of advisors who continuously provide personalized guidance and support.
Signature Initiatives Designed for Your Success
The School of Individualized Study offers a host of engaging opportunities to help you test ideas, build confidence, and move forward with purpose.
Gap Year Entrepreneurial Fellowship
Students focus on an entrepreneurial venture while still staying connected to RIT. Students in the fellowship receive a $15,000 award to create the time and space needed to build their businesses, and they have access to mentorship and entrepreneurial experts from RIT’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and community partners.
An opportunity for up to 20 participants to experience a full-day retreat at Partners + Napier, a nationally recognized advertising agency in Rochester, NY. Throughout the retreat you’ll engage in interactive learning and collaborative workshops in areas like brand strategy, creative direction, and storytelling.
Cooperative Education: Preparing For the Real World in the Real World
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RIT’s cooperative education program provides exposure, early and often, to a variety of industries and environments. These opportunities are intentional and purposeful — and designed for you to apply your skills in real-world settings, interact with industry experts, and explore professional work environments.