Do it all this summer with RCNJ

Take summer courses with Ramapo of New Jersey and still have the summer to yourself. Choose a summer course that meets your needs so you can stay on track, catch up on coursework, engage with something new or accelerate time to your degree.

  • All courses are offered at a discounted rate.
  • Flexible learning: online or in-person options for courses.
  • Complete a General Education or Pre-Req that will prepare you for fall registration.
  • Help you get caught up on your four-year plan.
  • Focus on a new and challenging course that interests you.
  • Summer Session One begins May 26. Session Two starts July 6.

Ramapo offers a variety of online courses during our summer and winter sessions. The courses are consistent with Summer Session student academic needs over the years. At °®ÒºAƬ, we are using the Canvas Learning Management System LLMS).

Visit the Canvas Site To Find Out More the Canvas LMS and Online Courses:

For more information, the link to the Canvas Student Video Tutorial site is:
https://resources.instructure.com/courses/32/pages/canvas-student-tour-videos

(If you experience any problems viewing any of the information, please use Mozilla/Firefox, Google Chrome, Safari, or Internet Explorer or as your browser)

The site provides information regarding:

  • hardware and software requirements and demonstration videos for using the Canvas Learning Management System

When you have completed the Orientation, or any time you are in a CANVAS  course, you can select the Help icon and search a variety of Canvas Guides and resources for assistance

How do Ramapo online courses work?

  • You MUST contact your professor for hardware/software requirements, if you will need to meet at specific times, and for syllabus information.
  • Classes may be held on the Canvas Learning Management System.
  • Your e-mail username and password are the login information for the Canvas Learning Management System through the °®ÒºAƬ Single Sign on Page.
  • All on line  classes will be self paced, as arranged by your professor according to their schedule.
  • Verify when courses will start
  • Verify that you have the correct materials and textbooks required for the start of your class.

How do I register for Course(s)?

Visit to register for an online course.

How do I set up a °®ÒºAƬ e-mail account?

  • All Students MUST set up their °®ÒºAƬ e-mail. All written correspondence MUST be sent using your °®ÒºAƬ e-mail. 
    • New Students: To set up a °®ÒºAƬ e-mail account visit Webmail and click on “Activate E-mail Accountâ€�.
    • Help: If you forget your °®ÒºAƬ e-mail username and/or password, contact °®ÒºAƬ ITS.

Will there be any additional requirements for this course?

  • Contact your instructor via e-mail for additional online requirements

How do I order my textbooks?

  • To order textbooks please visit the Bookstore.
  • Click on “Visit Our Official Online Bookstoreâ€� and follow the instructions.

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Will there be an online orientation and/or established online meeting schedule?

  • Once you have registered for your online course(s), you should contact the instructor(s) for information regarding specific requirements and online meeting schedule(s)
  • Check your e-mail storage capacity. A full mailbox will prevent you from receiving critical e-mails.
  • Review your detailed course schedule to make sure that you are aware of the start date for the course and end date for the course.

Who do I contact if I need additional help?

  • Academic – Please contact the professor via e-mail.
  • Tech/User Support/Canvas Learning System Login Issues – Contact Information Technology Services at helpdesk@ramapo.edu or call (201) 684-7777
  • Registration – Contact the Registrar’s office at registrar@ramapo.edu or call (201) 684-7695

Payment Information – Contact the Office of Student Accounts at studentaccts@ramapo.edu or call (201) 684-7495