Master Virtual Graduation Packet - Non-Thesis Plan

This packet is supplied by the Graduate School at the University of Colorado at Boulder. The links below provide the necessary forms and information to complete the requirements for graduation. Please read the deadline sheet and checklist carefully to ensure fulfillment of requirements. If at any time you have any questions or problems, please contact the Graduate School at (303) 492-8220, gradinfo@colorado.edu, or Regent Administrative Center, room 1B53.

1. Deadline sheet 2007-2008 / Deadline Sheet 2008-2009 This sheet includes all the deadlines for the indicated academic year. Paperwork must be submitted to the Graduate School by the deadlines for the indicated graduation. These deadlines apply regardless of attendance at the commencement ceremony. (Note: if you do not meet the graduation deadline for your final exam, but can complete the exam before the first day of class for the upcoming semester, you will not be required to register for another semester, but your paperwork will be processed for the next scheduled commencement date. Plan ahead carefully, as this means the exam must be done on or before the Friday before classes begin.) International students in F-1 or J-1 status must consult with International Student and Scholar Services (in the basement of the Environmental Design Bldg.) in these cases. Immigration regulations require enrollment, a change of status, or application for optional practical training (for F-1 students) or academic training (for J-1 students) in these cases.

2. Graduation School Checklist Please note the items marked with a (>). These are essential to fulfill graduation requirements.

3. Diploma Card (Application for Diploma)   The diploma card serves several purposes. It notifies your department and the Graduate School that you intend to graduate and it provides the commencement office the information they need to order and mail your diploma. If you do not graduate in the semester you indicate on the diploma card you must submit another for the new graduation date. The diploma card is not available online- you must contact your department to pick up this card, or have it mailed or faxed to you.

4. Application for Admission to Candidacy   The courses you and your department agree will be used to fulfill the requirements for your degree program are listed on this form. Three signatures are necessary before submitting this form to the Graduate School where all information will be verified against your records.

5. Master Examination Report (.pdf) (.doc)   A final exam is required for all students except those in one of the select departments who have a “Degree Plan Approval” instead of exam (see #6). The form should be given to the Graduate School at least two weeks before the exam is held. After the committee members have been approved it will be returned to your department so it’s available at your exam. After the exam, the form with original signatures will be returned to the Graduate School to verify that you passed the exam.

6. Degree Plan Approval Form (.pdf) (.doc) Certain departments require a Degree Plan Approval form instead of a Master’s Examination Report Form. This form also requires 3 signatures from your department, and should then be sent to the Graduate School. This form is applicable only to non-thesis students in the following departments:  Aerospace Engineering, Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, Business (Accounting only), Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, East Asian Languages (Chinese track only), Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, English, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Studies, Mechanical Engineering, Philosophy, and Telecommunications. Contact your department for more information.

7. Forms for concurrent students Students who are in a concurrent (bachelors/masters) degree program need two supplemental forms, the concurrent supplement to the candidacy application and the undergraduate certification form. Also, review the important information in the above link.

NOTE: Items 3, 4, 5 & 6 should either be given to your department’s graduate program assistant to send to the Graduate School, or a copy should be given to that individual for your departmental records.