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    How do you Feel? The History of Emotions
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    How do you Feel? The History of Emotions

    by Brown Pre-College Programs

    Explore how emotions change across history and culture through Brown's undergraduate-level study of literature, media, and the politics of emotional expression.

    Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy

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    How do you Feel? The History of Emotions at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Rising or recently graduated high school seniors

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 17-18

    Location / Region

    Online

    Cost

    $8,973

    Duration

    7 weeks

    Format

    Online

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    HistoryHumanitiesLiterature
    Language: English
    Sessions / cadence: 25-30 hours/week; instruction 6 weeks, finals week 7
    Scheduling model: Usually asynchronous; some courses have live meetings
    Latest verified cycle: 2026
    Instructor: Nancy Khalek
    Academic support: Office hours; Writing Center; virtual library
    Credential: Brown academic credit; formal transcript

    How do you Feel? The History of Emotions summary

    This Brown course examines how feelings acquire meaning across different historical and cultural settings. Its central questions connect emotional experience with literature, media, and racial, religious, and gender differences.

    Expect substantial reading and independent undergraduate-level study, with access to instructor office hours and university academic resources. It suits students who enjoy interpreting texts and questioning familiar assumptions about human behavior.

    What is How do you Feel? The History of Emotions?

    How do you Feel? The History of Emotions is a Brown University course introducing the theory and history of emotion. It asks how feelings such as shame, pride, wonder, happiness, and grief change over time, and whether emotions arise from neurological processes or culturally learned behavior.

    The course belongs to Brown's online Pre-Baccalaureate program, where students study alongside undergraduates in Summer Session. Readings, media sources, and pre-modern and modern literature connect historical inquiry with the politics of emotional expression across racial, religious, and gender differences.

    Why Succeed highlights How do you Feel? The History of Emotions

    • The course turns familiar feelings into historical questions that invite close reading and careful interpretation.

    • Its combination of literature, media, and emotional theory offers a focused way to connect humanities interests.

    • Study alongside Brown undergraduates gives the academic experience a concrete university-level context.

    • Academic credit and a formal transcript provide a documented record of assessed study.

    Who is How do you Feel? The History of Emotions for?

    Best for

    Independent readers interested in history, literature, and the cultural meaning of human behavior who want to experience undergraduate study.

    Not ideal if

    You want a light introduction to psychology or prefer frequent scheduled teaching to substantial independent reading.

    Is How do you Feel? The History of Emotions worth it?

    This course is a strong academic fit if you want to test sustained interest in historical and cultural inquiry. Studying alongside undergraduates and receiving an assessed academic record can make the experience more substantial than a brief subject taster.

    The published fee is a significant commitment, and the workload calls for careful planning around other responsibilities. Brown credit may support advanced standing elsewhere, but acceptance is not guaranteed, and Pre-College participation is not a route to preferential Brown undergraduate admission.

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    Cost and what is included

    $8,973; includes Online course instruction., Brown University academic credit and formal transcript., Virtual access to university library resources., Writing Center and English language support appointments., Instructor office hours., Virtual extracurricular activities..

    Dates and time commitment

    7 weeks; 25-30 hours/week; instruction 6 weeks, finals week 7.

    Provider details

    Review the Brown Pre-College Programs provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    What the student gains

    Potential output: The academic record documents assessed undergraduate-level study.. Check whether feedback, certificate, recommendation or application evidence is included.

    Online support and safeguarding

    Yes. Pre-Baccalaureate courses carry Brown University academic credit, which may support advanced standing at another college or university depending on its policies.

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    How much preparation does How do you Feel? The History of Emotions need?

    Effort level

    High.

    Best started

    Six to eight weeks before the next published application deadline.

    Main challenge

    Sustaining independent study while interpreting complex historical and literary material.

    Typical preparation

    • Gather current and previous academic-year grades and arrange the required recommendation early.

    • Draft the 250-500-word application essay and allow time for required English proficiency testing.

    • Reserve a realistic weekly study routine that includes reading, online activities, and assignments.

    • Once enrolled, review the syllabus and required materials, test your technology, and identify available academic support.

    Useful if

    You want to test readiness for undergraduate humanities work.

    What do students do on How do you Feel? The History of Emotions?

    You examine emotional experience through historical theory, literature, and media, then connect those materials with questions about culture and identity. The course involves regular online engagement and independent work under the instructor's syllabus.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Review the Canvas course, syllabus, and instructor information during orientation.

    2. 2

      Read material on the theory and history of emotion.

    3. 3

      Analyze media and pre-modern and modern literature through the course's central questions.

    4. 4

      Complete assigned work and use instructor office hours or writing support when helpful.

    5. 5

      Finish the syllabus's required final work and review your course grade in Banner.

    How do you Feel? The History of Emotions dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Application deadline

    15 May 2026

    General deadline on Brown's dedicated application page.

    Reference date

    Programme dates

    15 June-31 July 2026

    Reference date

    Applications open

    14 January 2026

    Brown's general Pre-College application opening.

    Reference date

    Course enrollment begins

    20 January 2026

    Separate enrollment follows admission and the required deposit.

    Reference date

    Final admission decisions

    22 May 2026

    Reference date

    Full payment due

    10 June 2026

    Pre-Baccalaureate course payment milestone.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Rising or recently graduated high school seniors.

    • Age 17 by 14 June 2026 for the verified cycle.

    • Strong English proficiency appropriate for undergraduate academic study.

    • A recommendation is required for Pre-Baccalaureate admission.

    • Required English test results for applicable international applicants.

    How much does How do you Feel? The History of Emotions cost?

    Program fee

    $8,973 — Single-course online total for the verified 2026 cycle.

    Funding or discounts

    • Application fee: $80 — Paid through the secure application form.
    • Enrollment deposit: $500 — Nonrefundable deposit required before course enrollment.

    What's included

    Online course instruction., Brown University academic credit and formal transcript., Virtual access to university library resources., Writing Center and English language support appointments., Instructor office hours., Virtual extracurricular activities.

    How to apply to How do you Feel? The History of Emotions

    1. 1

      Create one applicant account through Brown's official application page and Student Portal.

    2. 2

      Complete the application form and submit the 250-500-word essay.

    3. 3

      Upload current and previous academic-year grades and arrange the required recommendation.

    4. 4

      Pay the $80 application fee and submit English proficiency results when required.

    5. 5

      Monitor the Student Portal for missing-material requests and the admission decision.

    6. 6

      After admission, confirm your course choice, submit the $500 nonrefundable deposit, and enroll separately.

    7. 7

      Complete the student and parent or guardian forms and follow the billing instructions.

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    Learning format

    The course runs online through Canvas, with six weeks of instruction and a seventh week for syllabus-dependent final work; Pre-Baccalaureate students typically spend 25 to 30 hours weekly per course on online activities, studying, and reading. Most courses are asynchronous, while some include live meetings arranged with enrolled students, and students should log into Canvas at least daily.

    Mentorship and feedback

    • Nancy Khalek is the listed course instructor.

    • Use instructor office hours to discuss content and assignments.

    • Request Writing Center appointments for help with writing assignments.

    • Access English language support when helpful.

    • Use university library resources virtually.

    Time-zone considerations

    • Most Pre-Baccalaureate courses do not require a fixed daily login time.
    • Some courses include live meetings arranged by the instructor with students.
    • Plan for 25 to 30 hours of weekly course work.
    • Log into Canvas daily and check Brown email for course announcements.

    Tech requirements

    • Computer with a reliable internet connection.

    • Webcam and microphone, built in or external.

    • Word processing software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs.

    • PDF reader such as Adobe Acrobat.

    • Zoom if the course includes mostly asynchronous or blended delivery.

    Assessment style

    Assessment is credit-bearing undergraduate coursework, with the instructor's syllabus determining assignments and final assessment.

    • Most Pre-Baccalaureate courses use A, B, C, or NC grades.
    • Some courses permit a satisfactory/no-credit grading option.
    • Final examinations, projects, or presentations depend on the syllabus.
    • Students must remain active and complete assignments on time.
    • The final course grade is posted in Banner.

    Portfolio and outputs

    Main deliverable / output

    The academic record documents assessed undergraduate-level study.

    • Brown University academic credit.

    • Formal university transcript.

    • Course grade available through Banner.

    How do you Feel? The History of Emotions FAQs

    The course connects the history and theory of emotion with literature, media, and cultural questions. It examines how racial, religious, and gender differences shape emotional expression.

    Nancy Khalek is the listed instructor. Students can use instructor office hours to discuss course content and assignments.

    Pre-Baccalaureate students typically spend 25 to 30 hours per week on each course. That estimate includes online activities, reading, and studying.

    Most Pre-Baccalaureate courses are asynchronous. Some include live meetings that the instructor arranges with enrolled students, so review the syllabus when planning your weekly routine.

    Yes. Pre-Baccalaureate courses carry Brown University academic credit, which may support advanced standing at another college or university depending on its policies.

    Pre-Baccalaureate students receive formal university transcripts rather than Certificates of Completion. Course grades are available through Banner.

    No. Admission to Brown Pre-College and enrollment in a specific course are separate actions, and admission does not guarantee a seat in a particular course.

    Students must add a parent or guardian as an authorized user of the Student Account Payment System. Authorized users can then view, pay, and monitor the account balance.

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    Sources and verification

    Source types reviewed

    • Handbook of Pre-College Policies | Pre-College Program | Brown University
    • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) | Pre-College Program | Brown University
    • Summer Session | Student Financial Services | Brown University
    • Financial Policies and Payment Information | Pre-College Program | Brown University
    • Pre-Baccalaureate | Pre-College Program | Brown University
    • Application Checklist | Pre-College Program | Brown University
    • Apply | Pre-College Program | Brown University
    • Program Dates and Costs | Pre-College Program | Brown University
    • Pre-Baccalaureate
    • 2026 Program Costs — Breakdown of Fees
    • How do you Feel? The History of Emotions - Pre-College Course Catalog"

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