Many have won awards as teachers, scholars, and artists. All classes are small, and teachers encourage intellectual dialogue. Play productions by members of the RC Drama Program and vocal and instrumental recitals by students are common in the RC Auditorium. There are frequent showings of student art work. Social science students do field research in surrounding communities.
Students have the option of receiving letter grades in upper-level RC courses.
As a part of a diverse yet close-knit group, students in the Residential College experience a sense of community both during their time in East Quad and beyond. The Residential College has an active Alumni Office. The information which this office has compiled on alumni is available to RC students and can provide contacts which will help their making informed career choices. Students admitted to the Residential College will receive additional materials from the College. First-year or transfer students who are admitted to the College of Literature, Science and the Arts at the University of Michigan are eligible for admission to the Residential College.