Graduate Degree Plan transition

Effective July 1, the review of and accountability for accuracy of the Graduate Degree Plan (GDP) transitioned from Graduate Student Services & Progress (GSSP) to programs and colleges. This is a result of continued efforts to transfer the locus of authority from the Graduate School to individual graduate programs and colleges.

Graduate education policy requires review and approval of the GDP at the graduate program level. Collegiate units must also ensure accurate review of the GDP; however, it is at the discretion of the college to determine who will sign as the collegiate unit representative in the space provided on the revised version of the GDP. The process for declaring minors will remain unchanged.

The Graduate School website will have the following resources available:

• July 1: Degree plan checklist to assist program and college staff with review of the Graduate Degree Plan provided to ensure accuracy and compliance with Graduate Education Policy.


• July 1: Updated Graduate Degree Plan form.


• July 8: Tutorials showing how to review the degree plan to meet policy compliance for:



Doctoral students




Master's students




Post-Baccalaureate Certificates

If you need assistance or have any questions, please refer to this announcement regarding office hours and appointments.

Thank you for your cooperation during this transition.