graduate policies

Download the complete Graduate Policies PDF (revised 9-20-2011)

introduction

The Graduate College admits students into programs leading to both professional and research-oriented advanced degrees and certificates beyond the bachelor’s degree. The master’s and doctoral degrees are awarded to students completing programs that culminate in research and creative endeavors. The Ph.D. degree is the highest university award, conferred on candidates who have proven their ability as scholars and original researchers.

academic integrity

The highest standards of academic integrity and compliance with the university’s Student Code of Conduct are expected of all graduate students in academic coursework and research activities. University policies related to academic integrity and code of conduct are available in the Office of Student Life. The failure of any graduate student to uphold these standards may result in serious consequences including suspension or expulsion from the university and/or other sanctions as specified in the academic integrity policies of individual colleges as well as the university.

Violations of academic integrity include, but are not limited to: cheating, fabrication of data, tampering, plagiarism, or aiding and/or facilitating such activities. At the graduate level, it is expected that students

academic progress review and remediation processes (for faculty and staff)

All graduate students are expected to make satisfactory progress toward completion of their degree. Each degree program should have in place policies for satisfactory academic progress and processes for monitoring student progress. Download an overview of academic progress guidelines and the steps for review, probation and dismissal to assist you in these practices.  Sample letters to use to communicate remedial action needed, place students on probation or recommend students for dismissal can be downloaded. In addition find best practices and forms used by different colleges at ASU

graduate student responsibilities

Graduate students are responsible for familiarizing themselves with all university and graduate policies and procedures. Each student should also communicate directly with his/her academic unit to be clear on its expectations for degree completion.

Information is provided to students via MyASU. Students should frequently check their MyASU account for the most up-to-date information regarding their status, holds, items to attend to and other important information. It is very important that students check with their thesis/dissertation advisor well in advance of data collection to ensure compliance with university regulations regarding the collection of research data. Please see the section of this guide titled “Research Involving Human and Animal Subjects.”

The most current pdf version of the Graduate Policies can be found at: graduate.asu.edu/faculty_staff/policies