PhD Degree: End of Second Semester

Graduate Study Plan

The graduate study plan forms a contract between you and your committee. It outlines what you intend to do in terms of your research, and what courses you intend to take. It is a working document that is expected to change as your work develops and can be amended and resubmitted at any time prior to your "Advancement to Candidacy," as long as you and your committee agree on the terms. It must include a preliminary title, a detailed outline of the research proposal (this may be substituted by the actual proposal), and a list of required and recommended courses.

Turn in a GSP form to the Graduate Student Coordinator at any time during the first year, but no later than the end of your second semester.

Schedule a committee meeting

Hold at least one committee meeting per year. We recommend that you meet with your full committee at least once per semester.

Annual Graduate Student Advisory Committee Report

Submit an "Annual Graduate Student Advisory Committee Report" form by May 15th every year that includes substantive committee chair comments regarding academic and research progress and a research progress report written by the student. This is to provide a record of student progress as discussed at the annual advisory committee meeting. If you are within 2 years of completion of the degree the report must also include a realistic timeline for completion of requirements. Note: If you do not submit an "Annual Report," or if progress is considered unsatisfactory, you will be considered "not in good standing" and may not be eligible for Teaching Assistantships (TA), Research Assistantships (RA), Fellowships or Travel Awards. Every effort will be made to assist you in returning to good standing.