Q: How does the REAP course prepare prospective Associates for professional positions?

A: The REAP course exposes associates to the fundamental concepts of developing, leasing, managing and valuing income properties.   The students see how the professional enhances value increasing net operating income and reducing risk.  Texts include industry publications and materials developed by instructors, who are senior industry professionals. See Course Description

Q: What are the qualifications for entry into the program?

A: A bachelor’s degree, 3-5 years of business experience, and residence in the host city metropolitan area is required. Preference is given to applicants who have experience with financial statements and budgeting and backgrounds in project management, negotiation, and sales are helpful. Experience in real estate is not required.

Q: How does the application process work?

A: All applications/resumes are reviewed by a screening committee made up of alumni, professionals, instructors and sponsor companies. Interviews are then held with selected students and an exam given. Students who pass both the exam and the interview process are selected for the course.

Q: What is the typical class size?

A: Classes are typically 30-35 students selected from the initial group of applicants.

Q: How might I get a job through my educational experience through REAP?

A: REAP will invite you to a wide variety of networking activities in order for you to make contacts with industry executives and REAP Associates. In addition, REAP receives regular job postings from firms interested in the program and shares these postings with its graduates.

Q: What is the tuition? What does tuition cover?

A: Tuition is $500.00 due upon acceptance to the program. Tuition covers classroom sessions, site visits, professional textbooks and instructors’ materials, REAP networking and counseling events during and after the course, and associate placement opportunities for the top graduates.

Q: What methods of payment are accepted for tuition?

A: Tuition payments are accepted through PayPal.

Q: If I decide, after acceptance into the program, that I am not satisfied with my experience, or if I am asked to withdraw, may I get a tuition refund?

A: No

Q: How do I apply for admission?

A: Online applications open about three months before the beginning of the course in each program city.  Send your email and city location to REAP@ProjectREAP.org if you want to be notified when application opens.

Q: Is my application information kept confidential?

A: Information is shared only with the industry professionals that assist REAP in evaluating applicants.

Q: How long does the course run?

A: About 13 weeks, two evenings a week.

Q: What happens if I should miss a Class?

A: Attendance at all classes, site visits, and networking events is critical to success in the course. Failure to attend may disqualify a Graduate from placement and from receiving REAP’s Certificate of Completion, and may result in the student being asked to withdraw.

Q: Does the REAP course give me credit towards industry certifications such as the CSM, RPA, or CCIM?

A: No, but REAP’s website directs you toward industry programs that will count towards industry certifications. REAP Graduates are given a Certificate of Completion.

Q: How are Graduates evaluated by REAP in determining recommendations for placement?

A: Constructive class participation, attendance, and performance on a final exam are considered.

Q: In addition to regular and prompt attendance, study, and active networking at events, what else is needed to qualify for potential placement?

A: REAP is looking for the characteristics of successful real estate professionals: self-starters who enjoy competition and are comfortable with the protocol of corporate America.

Q: May I take the course on-line?

A: Because of the importance of networking in associate placement, on-line courses are not offered.

Q: Will REAP hold classes in other cities?

A: REAP has plans for expansion to Los Angeles, Dallas, and Miami. Visit www.projectreap.org for updates.