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The School of Individualized Study engages in the development of flexible education pathways that support the diverse needs of 21st-century learners. We educate the whole individual for personal, professional, and civic success.

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James Hall

At SOIS, you’ll find skilled conversation partners excited to help you set a strategy and find a way forward to professional success, continuous intellectual curiosity, and engaged, thoughtful citizenship.   Shape courses, experiences, conversation, and self-reflection into a transformative educational package that lets you be you.
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Latest News

  • December 2, 2024

    Two students sit on the floor of a radio booth wearing headsets.

    WITR: Come for the music, stay for the community

    Nestled in the basement of the Student Alumni Union, the WITR radio station space is a treasure trove of music, personalities, and nostalgia. The station and the music have greatly evolved since its first broadcast in 1961, but one thing has remained constant: the tight-knit network of students and alumni.

  • October 25, 2024

    three men sit at a table with a keyboard and control panel on it. One of the men points to something on a computer screen in front of them.

    Inspired by teachers, RIT grad opens music studio to teach others

    Travis Rankin’s passion for music led him to create the Rochester Music Lab, a vibrant space dedicated to music lessons and community outreach. With his studio, the SOIS alumnus aims to give back by offering opportunities for all ages to explore, learn, and connect through music.

  • September 12, 2024

    R I T President David Munson is shown in side profile from the chest up standing at a podium. Behind him, a screen is lit up with various shares of blue resembling a computer chip.

    RIT President says it’s ‘an extraordinary time at RIT’

    RIT President David Munson delivered his annual Welcome and State of the University address Sept. 12, where he also highlighted a strong enrollment, research milestones, the initial stages of a new strategic plan, and achievements by students, faculty, and staff.