Welcome to the Resources page for all things related to the Comprehensive Academic plan. This page serves as a central hub for resources and opportunities for engagement related to the CAP, supporting students, faculty, staff, and alumni as this work continues. We encourage you to explore and check back as the plan evolves.
Resources for Students
What is the Comprehensive Academic Plan?
Ramapo’s Comprehensive Academic Plan, guided by the Boldly Ascending Strategic Plan, involves a refinement of our academic structure and curriculum and leadership. It’s all about keeping learning fresh, supporting your goals, and making sure what you study today prepares you for tomorrow. As we put the plan into action, you’ll begin to see some exciting changes.
Archived Messages & Helpful Links
- Majors by School, Effective July 1, 2026
- Degree Audit
- Academic Calendar
- Provost’s Message to Students 12/4/25
- Provost’s Messages to Students 2/23/26
Frequently Asked Questions
Effective July 1, 2026, Ramapo will be moving to four schools designed to support all students in their academic journey:
- Anisfield School of Business
- School of Arts, Humanities, and Education
- School of Science, Nursing, and Health
- School of Social Sciences and Social Work
- Come to a Q&A with the Deans to learn more about what’s new and how to take advantage of the opportunities to explore.
- After reviewing your Degree Audit , make an appointment to talk with your faculty academic advisor about how to complete the remaining courses required for graduation.
- If you need help finding your faculty advisor, review these slides.
- School of Arts, Humanities, and Education (AHE)
- Dean Ken Goldstein, AHEoffice@ramapo.edu
- Anisfield School of Business (ASB)
- Dean Ed Petkus, ASB@ramapo.edu
- School of Science, Nursing, and Health (SNH)
- Dean Benny Chan, SNHoffice@ramapo.edu
- School of Social Sciences and Social Work (SSSW)
- Interim Dean Kathleen Ray, SSSWoffice@ramapo.edu
- Effective July 1, 2026 – Dean Susan Hangen
The Comprehensive Academic Plan is Ramapo’s roadmap to improve academics, leadership, and the student experience.
Yes, all previously taken courses will still count toward the total 128 credits required to graduate.
Courses taken to complete the SSHS School Core, HGS School Core, and CA School Core may also count for the General Education category or as free electives.
Courses taken to complete the ASB School Core will still count toward the ASB required courses.
Review your Degree Audit to see how your courses are being applied to your requirements for graduation.
Review your Degree Audit, Course Catalog, and sample graduation plans to help you update your plan. Free space may mean you have the opportunity for more electives, a minor, or study abroad.
The General Education Distribution Categories include:
- Culture and Creativity
- Values and Ethics
- Social Systems and Society
You must select two of the three categories to fulfill this requirement. Note that with the changes taking effect Fall 2026, the “out of school requirement” is no longer being enforced in the College’s degree audit tools. You are encouraged to take courses from a variety of disciplines.
If you believe there is an error in the way your courses are being applied to meet the General Education distribution requirements, email the Registrar’s office at degreeaudit@ramapo.edu.
Log into U.Achieve and select Audit. Click on the PDF format run by BARS. Email degreeaudit@ramapo.edu if you have any questions.
As of March 2026, all continuing students will use DegreeWorks as their degree audit tool. Review the steps to learn how to run a degree audit.
Students graduating in May 2026 or August 2026 will use U.Achieve.
If you have questions about your degree audit, email degreeaudit@ramapo.edu
As part of the Ramapo’s Comprehensive Academic Plan (CAP), the College is transitioning to a four‑school structure beginning with the 2026–2027 academic year. As a result, portions of historical catalogs—particularly those referencing previous school-based requirements such as School Cores or General Education “Out of School” distributions—may no longer reflect the current academic organization or requirements. Students should consult their Degree Audit and the CAP Student Resources page for more information. Questions can be directed to degreeaudit@ramapo.edu.
Come to a Q&A with a Dean to learn more about these changes and how they impact you.
No, the School Core requirements are no longer part of your graduation requirement. However, if you want to retake the class to raise your GPA, you still have the opportunity to do so and submit a grade replacement request. Students have four times total in their undergraduate academic career when they can request a grade replacement.
Career Pathways modules completed for your current school will be applied to your degree requirements. All students are still required to complete three Career Pathways modules to graduate.
Yes, students planning to graduate in the Spring or Summer 2026 must complete the requirements outlined on their Degree Audit including School Cores. Changes for current students take effect Fall 2026. If you have been advised differently, follow up with your advisor for clarification.
Resources for Faculty and Staff
Frequently Asked Questions
No, your employment status does not change.
Yes, letters are forthcoming.
Yes, if your position is transitioning to a new school, you will be reporting to a different Dean.
Neither your benefits nor your paycheck will change as a result of this transition.
No physical location changes are planned at this time. Should that change in the future, you will be notified by your Dean’s office.
Resources for Alumni
Frequently Asked Questions
The Comprehensive Academic Plan is Ramapo’s roadmap to improve academics, leadership, and the student experience. Guided by the Boldly Ascending Strategic Plan, the CAP involves a refinement of our academic structure and curriculum and leadership. It’s all about keeping learning fresh, supporting our students’ goals, and making sure what they study today prepares them for tomorrow.
The CAP outlines several changes that will impact our current and future students, all to further fulfill the Ramapo College mission and commitment as a public liberal arts college preparing students for learning, life and career.
From an alumni perspective, there are two changes to note:
Effective July 1, 2026, the College is reorganizing its five academic schools into four:
- School of Arts, Humanities, and Education (AHE)
- Anisfield School of Business (ASB)
- School of Science, Nursing, and Health (SNH)
- School of Social Sciences and Social Work (SSSW)
Additionally, College-wide academic programs will be centralized and led by the Dean of Undergraduate Studies and Honors. This includes:
- Critical Reading and Writing
- Prestigious Fellowships and Scholarship
- First Year Seminar
- General Education
- College Honors Program
- Self-Designed Major (what you may know as a “contract major”)
- Undeclared Students
No, the changes to the school structure do not affect your degree or diploma.
- School of Arts, Humanities, and Education (AHE)
- Dean Ken Goldstein, AHEoffice@ramapo.edu
- Anisfield School of Business (ASB)
- Dean Ed Petkus, ASB@ramapo.edu
- School of Science, Nursing, and Health (SNH)
- Dean Benny Chan, SNHoffice@ramapo.edu
- School of Social Sciences and Social Work (SSSW)
- Interim Dean Kathleen Ray, SSSWoffice@ramapo.edu
- Effective July 1, 2026 – Dean Susan Hangen
- Dean of Undergraduate Studies and Honors
- TBD
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- Attend career fairs and networking events.
- Hire a cooperative education student.
- Make a gift to The Fund for Ramapo College which supports student scholarships and experiential learning opportunities.
There are lots of great ways to stay involved as a Roadrunner!
- Join Alumni events to be part of the robust alumni network.
- Update your information to receive campus news and help share Ramapo stories
- Sign up to attend a future Alumni Association interest meeting about other opportunities by contacting alumni@ramapo.edu
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