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  • George Eastman Hall Suite 2210

    31 Lomb Memorial Drive Rochester, NY 14623

    585.475.2234 - cms@rit.edu

  • Mon, Thurs, Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm

    Tue, Wed: 8:30am - 5:30pm

Welcome to CMS

If you want to surround yourself with students who demonstrate a special dedication to learning and a willingness to challenge themselves inside and outside the classroom, you’ll have no trouble finding those students at CMS. Some of the world’s most talented, ambitious, and hardworking students have chosen to pursue their education with us.

Testimonials

Akilah Clark
Masters in Professional Studies

I decided to pursue a Masters in Professional Studies to separate myself from others in the field of public relations. Through CMS, I knew I could add something unique to...

Tanner Newcomb
Student

I’ve been able to find the path that suits me best, and I am grateful to have determined what I want to do. CMS has been a blessing to me, and I’ve never felt more at home...

Tom Hanney
Faculty

At the end of my classes, I often tell students that if they learned half as much as I did, the class has been a success. I really mean it.

Jeremy DeCausemaker
Professional Studies, concentrations in Communications and Media Technology, and Public Policy

By the time I was done with my undergrad I had accumulated 2 years of work experience and 3 degrees.

Xiaoxin Xu
Undergraduate Applied Arts and Science, concentrations in mathematical studies, finance/accounting

I chose CMS because I realized it offers a truly multidisciplinary and vibrant approach to gaining knowledge in various fields.

Abby Cantwell
Academic Advisor

Since I began advising for CMS in 2001, I continue to be amazed by the level of creativity and innovation students have when designing their individualized plans-of-study...

Carol Romanowski
Faculty

I rely on my IE training in designing lectures, assignments, and exams to balance content delivery and the students’ workload…

Donna McGowan-Smith
Academic Advisor

In this day and age everyone needs a helping hand, and it is both a pleasure and a blessing for me to be that helping hand for the students I advise at CMS.

Yvette Chirenje
Bachelor of Science, Applied Computer Technology, Social Welfare

I like the concept of customizing my learning experience so that I’m not stuck within a traditional mode of learning.

Zachary Jodlowski
Bachelor of Science, Literary Studies, History

I chose CMS because they allowed me to combine my interests and goals into one major. I was able to construct a plan that went well with my future goals in mind, and I...

Michelle Firnstein
Academic Advisor

I love having the opportunity to assist in the creation of customizable degree programs with our diverse population of students.

Jaime-Lynn Witz
Student

The program had provided a release from the standard pace of college life and had provided a way for me to make my mark on the world, one course at a time.

Important Dates

  • May 10
    Last Day of Classes
  • May 17
    Academic Convocation
  • May 18
    Commencement Ceremony
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