The CLASS Philosophy

CLASS (Clustered Learning, Advocacy, and Support for Students) is a comprehensive student experience at Rensselaer based on time and location-based clustering that offers students unique growth experiences. Through ongoing support, guidance, and co-curricular activities, CLASS connects students to a network of faculty, staff, and other students, ensuring that they are part of a strong community of learners. As our students seek to become the leaders of tomorrow, CLASS provides the framework, resources, and experiences that imbue graduates with the intellectual agility, multicultural sophistication, and global view that will enable them to achieve success and to change the world!