About CHCRC

The first of its kind at UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth Honors College Residential Community (CHCRC) sits in the heart of campus, close to classrooms, the main library, and the Recreation Center. CHCRC creates a place for honors students to call home and for all of the campus to enjoy. Commonwealth Honors College Residential Community currently features:

First Year Halls:  Oak and Sycamore

Residential Academic Programs (RAPs) 
View the RAP website for an updated list of programs in First-Year halls. 

CHCRC Features:
• Honors Advising Center
• Commonwealth College Dean’s office and staff offices
• Faculty offices
• Nine classrooms
• Roots Cafe
• Faculty in Residence 

Area Highlights:  • Close proximity to Library, Campus Recreation Center, Student Union, Campus Center, Mullins Center, and Intramural Fields