Two residence halls, Farrand and Sewall, house distinctive liberal arts programs. The Farrand residential academic program, designed for students in the College of Arts and Sciences, is a coeducational program that offers 400 freshmen and sophomores the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of a small liberal arts college while taking advantage of the resources of a large university. The emphasis in Farrand is on participation in classes, in student government, in special programs, and in creative projects. Each semester students are required to take at least one course in Farrand. The Sewall Residential Program is limited to approximately 325 freshman and sophomore students.
Courses satisfy core curriculum requirements in most colleges of the university.
Although the Sewall program is designed for students enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences, students from other colleges may apply. In addition to the required courses, Sewall students may enroll in certain sections of some popular university lecture courses. For more detailed information on the Farrand and Sewall programs, consult the College of Arts and Sciences section of this catalog. KHP students interact with other high-ability students and, because honors courses are offered in Kittredge, have the opportunity to take a course in their residence hall. Students also have the opportunity to plan special programs and events and to develop the program itself.