Guided Independent Study
Regis University College for Professional Studies
Guided Independent Study (GIS) is for motivated, focused students who prefer to work independently, who travel frequently, or who have special interests they wish to pursue. Guided Independent Study allows you to design your own eight-week courses with the aid of your advisor and course consultants. With the exception of computer courses, most College for Professional Studies (CPS) courses can be completed in this format.
Your advisor will work with you to develop your degree plan and GIS coursework in conjunction with a course consultant who is a recognized expert in the chosen field. Course consultants must reside in Colorado, Wyoming, or Nevada. Please check with your advisor for a list of potential consultants.
Advantages of Guided Independent Study
- GIS allows you to design your own courses tailored to meet your educational interests and objectives
- GIS offers you the freedom to engage in meaningful learning experiences outside the classroom
- GIS permits you to learn under the guidance of experts in your field, even if they are not members of the Regis University faculty
Course Structure
- GIS courses are 8 weeks long
- Registration for GIS courses is handled by your advisor
- GIS courses are facilitated by course consultants