Graduate Handbook

The Department of Communication's Graduate Handbook (updated annually) is available by clicking the button on the left.  It details the department's graduate programs, requirements, policies, and courses.

Campus-wide policies for graduate students are in the Graduate School handbook, available at the Graduate School website.

It includes information on the following:

Academic setting and student services

Amherst area and transportation	Housing
Child care	Health and well-being
Food services	Funding and financial assistance
Academic, research and teaching support services	Other support groups and campus services
Graduate student associations	Professional societies and associations
Graduate commencement ceremony	Information for newcomers

Academic policies, procedures, and deadlines

Enrollment	Educational records
Degree certification	University policies and regulations