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Student Instructions for CHC Paths


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Go to the CHC PATHS Portal.

Log in using your UMass NetID and password.

Start a New Contract

Determine which type of course contract you would like to create:

499Y: Part I of Honors Thesis

To enroll in the first semester of an independent honors thesis.

499T/P: Part II of Honors Thesis

To enroll in the second semester of an independent two-semester honors thesis or to enroll in a one-semester six-credit honors thesis.

ISH: Independent Study Honors

To enroll in an independent study.

Information

Review relevant details below about submitting a course contract.

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  • Review the information about your major and honors plan. Contact a CHC advisor to make changes.
  • Indicate the faculty member(s) who will guide your independent work.
  • Enter the number of weekly hours you will dedicate to your independent work.

Semester Plan/Proposal

As part of the course contract, the semester plan or proposal is a binding contract (similar to a course syllabus) that outlines expectations. Students should complete each section of the proposal and consult the faculty member for guidance.

Finish/Submit

Save the form to return later and make further revisions. Submit it if you have entered all of the requested information and are ready to submit it for review.

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