The Common Academic Program is a learning experience that is shared in common among all undergraduate students, regardless of their major. The CAP’s distinctive structure is built on the notion that, while students will have unique experiences at UD, all academic programs and learning encounters are informed by the seven institutional learning goals. Students begin with a set of courses that all undergraduate students complete and then put together a program that suits their own interests and goals as they progress throughout our developmental model.
Grounded in the Catholic and Marianist intellectual traditions, we are committed to preparing students not just for tomorrow but for the world beyond. The result is an education that facilitates care and development of the whole person.
Builds and demonstrates connections across curricular and co-curricular aspects of student learning.
We live in a global society that is constantly changing. As tomorrow's leaders, UD students must understand its complexities and how to respond thoughtfully to its challenges and opportunities. The CAP introduces key questions and topics across a wide range of academic disciplines. Students will learn to value and synthesize diverse points of view and to examine issues critically, yet with an open mind.
UD is in the process of revising our curriculum, including CAP, to provide more choice and flexibility for students. Benefits for students include:
We'll share additional details with students, including new sample plans of study, later this spring. Current students should speak with their advisors if they have questions about the new curriculum.
Samuel Attea, Economics & International Studies
Molly Griffin ‘23 reflects on her learning experience in her CAP DSJ (SOC 339: Social Inequality) coursework, and shares a course-based website designed to be an accessible resource for those wanting to learn more about local social inequalities.