Graduate Student Handbook

Below are the academic rules, procedures, and deadlines found in the Handbook that graduate students must meet while enrolled at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The staff of the Graduate School and/or the student's Graduate Program Director are available to assist each student should questions arise.

Enrollment

Registration | Courses | Billing | Enrollment Status | Statute of Limitations | Statute of Limitations Extensions | Leave of Absence | Withdrawal/Dismissal | Absences for Religious Reasons

Educational Records

Graduate School Grading Policies | Transfer Credit Policy | Change of Major/Program | Change of Personal Data | Transcripts | Privacy of Records

Degree Certification

Master's Degree Requirements | Doctoral Degree Requirements

University Policies and Regulations

• Dean of Students Office
• Office of Research and Engagement

Student Services

• The most frequently used services and offices

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