Frequently Asked Questions
(PLEASE NOTE: ALL DOCTORAL STUDENTS WORK DIRECTLY WITH THE
GRADUATE SCHOOL, LW-300, FOR GRADUATION FORMS AND REQUIREMENTS)
I'm planning to graduate this semester. What forms do I need, where can I get them, and where are they turned in?
Please see the Graduation Forms for Master's Candidates
How do I fill out the Admission to Candidacy Form?
Details instructions are available under Graduation Forms for Master's Candidates
What will I need in order to complete the online Intent to Graduate Form?
The online process is simple. You'll need your student ID and pin to log into the system. On the form, you'll be asked to enter your name as you want it to appear on the diploma, and an address where the diploma will be mailed.
IMPORTANT! PLEASE CHECK that the degree information, including the option code(s) are correct. (Click here for a list of degree option codes.) If anything is incorrect, immediately contact Jill Hutchison, Jill.Hutchison@ucdenver.edu
How can I add or drop a class after the online scheduling system shuts down each semester?
The Schedule Adjustment Form (pdf) is used by all students who need to drop or add courses after the online scheduling system shuts down each semester. Pay careful attention to the published dates for dropping without incurring charges.
Do I need to be registered for classes in the semester I am graduating?
You MUST be registered for the semester in which you are taking the comprehensive exam, defending your thesis, or presenting your project. If you are not taking a class or registered for thesis or project credit, you will need to sign up for Candidate for Degree.
Candidate for Degree is available to students who have completed all required courses and requirements. No special processing form is needed. Register for:
Course No: CAND 5940 (Find the section and call numbers on the exams page of this site.)
You are charged for one credit hour of tuition but earn 0 credits. You'll also pay the Information Technology and Student Information System (SIS) fees.
For further information about dates, please consult the Graduation Deadlines page.
What if I already passed my comprehensive exams and am just finishing the final version of my thesis?
You do not have to register for any credits if you've completed all the requirements for your degree, passed your exam, and your committee has returned the signed Exam Report Form to the CLAS Dean's Office. HOWEVER, if you still have revisions to make on your thesis before your committee will sign off on the Exam Report Form (when there is no comp. exam), you'll need to be registered for at least 1 hour of thesis/project credit or Candidate for Degree.
Is the deadline date for taking the comprehensive exam or defending thesis, report or project an absolute deadline?
For the most part, yes, since it allows your advisor and committee the time to make requests for revisions and for you to make them before the semester ends. Depending on departmental policies, you may be able to extend the time period if you're having trouble assembling the committee in one place at the same time or other circumstances make the date difficult to meet (your illness or for a member of your committee, difficulty in obtaining data, etc.). You MUST consult with your advisor periodically during this semester to make sure deadlines can be met, or to make alternate arrangements when problems arise.
We expect that all signed Exam Report Forms be returned to the CLAS Dean's Office by the time grades are due for the semester. These cannot be carried by the student.
I'm submitting a thesis. What Do I need to do?
All theses must be submitted to the Graduate School for format review (DEADLINES APPLY). For review, submit an unbound final draft of the thesis to the Graduate School Office, 1380 Lawrence St., Suite 300 with the Thesis Submission Sheet (PDF) . Contact Carie Carroll at 303-315-5826 if you have questions.
You will receive back a list of format revisions that must be made before the final copy is submitted. You also will be working with your graduate advisor/committee to make content revisions prior to submitting the final copy (DEADLINES APPLY).
The document, Guidelines for Preparing Masters’ and Doctoral Theses (dated 2008) provides details on the format and content required in your thesis.
Thesis submission is done in addition to the required forms for graduation. Please be sure to abide by the posted deadlines, which are "set in stone" due to binding and processing requirements. If you miss the final deadline to turn in the completed thesis, you will graduate the next semester.
All CLAS master's students are required to take a minimum of four (4) credit hours of thesis in order to graduate with a thesis plan. Some programs may require more thesis credits.
What form is needed to register for thesis, project or independent study credits?
Use the UCD Special Processing Form. See Graduation Forms for Master's Candidates (look under Ancillary Forms) for a downloadable copy, as well as instructions for how to submit the form.
What form is needed to add or drop a course, or to withdraw entirely?
Fill out a UC Denver Schedule Adjustment Form (PDF). Pay attention to the deadlines posted on the academic calendar. Deadlines are ABSOLUTE with no exceptions on the final date.
Go to the CLAS Dean’s Office (North Classroom Bldg. 5014) to get the CLAS Graduate Associate Dean’s signature.
Who is my primary contact for CLAS graduate advising on forms and requirements for master's students?
Jill Hutchison, the CLAS Graduate Coordinator, will be able to help you with problems and questions about registration, paperwork for graduation, and deadlines. Her contact information is:
Jill Hutchison
CLAS Dean's Office
North Classroom Building, Suite 5014
Voice: 303-556-2646
Fax: 303-556-4861
E-Mail: jill.hutchison@ucdenver.edu
For specific questions about degree requirements, departmental approval of your Application for Admission to Candidacy, and to schedule your comprehensive exam or thesis/project defense, consult your graduate advisor.
FOR ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING ADMISSIONS,
PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DEPARTMENT GRADUATE ADVISOR,
PROGRAM ASSISTANT, OR ADMISSIONS
(Connie Costa, 303-556-4841 or Cheryl Apodaca, 303-556-4271)
