4.9.2 Joint Degree Programs: Implementation
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- 1. Creating a New Joint Degree Program
- 2. Application and Admissions to a JDP
- 3. Course Enrollment and Academic Progress
- 4. Withdrawal from a Joint Degree Program
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Tuesday, September 6, 2016
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4.9.1 Joint Degree Programs: Policy
1. Creating a New Joint Degree Program
| PROCESS STEPS | RESPONSIBILITY | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Complete Joint Degree Program Proposal Form [downloadable Word file], in consultation with relevant school deans and the Office of the Vice Provost of Graduate Education (VPGE). | Faculty of participating degree programs |
| 2. | Review and either approve or deny the JDP Proposal. If approved, sign form. | Department chairs and school deans; VPGE |
| 3. | For degree combinations that have been preapproved by the Academic Senate, inform all parties that the JDP has been approved and formalized. | Registrar |
| 4. | For degree combinations that have not been preapproved by the Academic Senate, forward the JDP proposal to the Committee on Graduate Studies (C-GS). | Registrar |
| 5. | Review and, if approved, forward to Academic Senate. | C-GS |
| 6. | Approve or deny the proposal for the JDP. | Academic Senate |
2. Application and Admissions to a JDP
| PROCESS STEPS | RESPONSIBILITY | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Apply for degree programs through graduate admissions or the degree authorization process (see GAP 5.1 Changes and Additions of Degree Programs). | Student |
| 2. | Admit student, if deemed eligible and desirable. | Degree Program |
| 3. | Record in PeopleSoft that the student is in a Joint Degree Program. | Registrar |
| 4. | Complete the Tuition Agreement for Students with Multiple Programs. | Student |
| 5. | Confirm and enter applicable tuition charges. | Registrar |
3. Course Enrollment and Academic Progress
| PROCESS STEPS | RESPONSIBILITY | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Meets with advisors and complete Joint Degree Program Student Checklist. | Student |
| 2. | Enroll via Axess and ensure that courses are applied to relevant career if one degree is in a professional school. For all JDPs that do not include the J.D. or the M.B.A., students have one graduate career in PeopleSoft Student Administration under which they may enroll in courses. | Student |
4. Withdrawal from a Joint Degree Program
| PROCESS STEPS | RESPONSIBILITY | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Discuss plans for terminating study in the JDP and participating degree programs with both degree programs and advisor. Consider options, including a leave of absence. | Student |
| 2. | Complete Request to Permanently Withdraw from Degree Program, and gather necessary signatures. | Student |
| 3. | Review and either approve or deny the request. | Degree Program |
| 4. | In the case of international students, review the request form. Advise the student if withdrawing will adversely affect visa status. | Bechtel |
| 5. | Mail or deliver the approved form to the Office of the Registrar. | Student |
| 6. | If the termination is approved, cancel the student’s program and authorization to register. | Registrar |
| 7. | Confirm and adjust applicable tuition charges. | Registrar |