In order to graduate, students must submit GradPath forms in UAccess throughout the program starting with the first semester:
| Form | Submission Deadline |
|---|---|
| Responsible Conduct of Research Statement | End of the first semester in program |
| Transfer Credit Form (only if using external transfer courses) | End of the second semester in program |
| Plan of Study | Generally by the end of the third semester in program |
| Comp Exam Committee Appointment Form | As soon as you have determined who will serve on your committee, and before you begin the written comprehensive exam. |
| Announcement of Doctoral Comprehensive Exam | The Announcement should be submitted before your oral exam once you set the date, time and room with your committee. |
| Results of Comprehensive Exam | Submitted by committee chair after completion of the comprehensive exam |
| Doctoral Dissertation Committee Appointment | After successful completion of the comprehensive exam |
| Prospectus/Proposal Confirmation | Submitted by Graduate Program Coordinator after Results of Comprehensive Exam form is completed |
| Announcement of Final Oral Defense | At least ten (10) business days prior to the date of the Final Oral Examination. Submit the Announcement as soon as you set the date, time and room for your defense with the committee. |
| Results of Final Oral Defense | Submitted by committee chair after completion of the final defense |