Independent Study

The purpose of independent study is to offer a student the opportunity to do extensive reading or research on a specific topic that is not offered as a regular course.

Typically, independent study consists of an in-depth study in one area (such as art) with one instructor as the study supervisor. This study is usually for one to three credits. However, students who are interested in an inter-disciplinary approach may request up to eight credits for one semester with an interdisciplinary topic and two to four different instructors from different areas supervising the student’s work.

All arrangements for independent study must be made prior to registration for the semester in which the project is scheduled and must be approved by the appropriate Academic Dean. In addition, a project outline must be approved by the instructor(s) who will supervise the student’s work. The Independent Study Application form which includes this paperwork and outlines the independent study application process may be obtained on Anoka-Ramsey’s Forms webpage under the “Records & Registration Forms” dropdown menu.