Graduate Studies

Timeline for Accepted Degree-Seeking Students

  1. Review your admission decision letter in the applicant portal for full details on your admission status.
  2. Communicate with your graduate program advisor for pre-program planning and discuss specific department degree requirements.
  3. Complete a degree plan and submit to your graduate advisor. This should be done prior to the completion of 21 semester hours of coursework.

    a. If conditional admission: All conditions must be met prior to submitting the degree plan.

    b. If probationary admission: Probationary status must be removed prior to submitting the degree plan.

  4. Receive an email indicating approval of your degree plan from the School of Graduate Studies.
  5. Submit committee approval form to your graduate advisor prior to the beginning of your exit option or dissertation, if applicable.
  6. Submit the application for graduation by the following deadline dates for the semester in which you plan to complete:

    Spring semester           March 10

    Summer semester        June 10

    Fall semester                October 10

  7. Complete all course work for the degree. This includes comprehensive exams, special projects, recitals, performances, etc., if applicable.
  8. Complete thesis/dissertation, if applicable, by the Friday before finals week.
  9. Complete and submit to the School of Graduate Studies all course revalidations, final grades, verification of thesis completion, and official transcripts for transfer work by the last day of your final semester.
  10. Receive your diploma via postal service 4-6 weeks after completion of degree, provided there are no University holds on your student account.