Academic Resources
Academic Resources for Current Students
Academics and coursework are the core of a graduate school experience. You can find resources for scheduling and changing courses, working alongside your advisor, changing your degree plan, and academic codes and policies.
Courses and Scheduling
Below are resources and forms for managing a single semester’s course schedule, including adding individual courses and support during a difficult semester. For assistance with retroactive adjustments, please contact graduatedean@uconn.edu.
Student Enrollment Request Form (includes late add, withdraw from a course, section swap, independent study, audit requests)
Advising
An academic advisor can be a great source of knowledge and guidance. These resources can help prepare for important advisement meetings and navigate challenges.
The Graduate Catalog - Advisory System
Student advocacy, support, and conflict mediation for both graduate students and faculty – reach out to our Director of Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Support
Graduate Degree Planning
These are resources for updating your path towards a graduate degree, especially for the adjustments that go beyond a single semester.
Biographical Changes, Address Change, Name Change, SSN# Change
Steps to a Successful Graduation
Request for Extension of Conferral Deadline
Voluntary Separations (academic leave, exit, program separation)
Request for Reinstatement to Graduate Study or Reinstatement from Academic Leave
Academic Codes and Policies
Each of the following documents are the University’s official guidelines on graduate education. They can be a great resource for reference, but for any ambiguous challenges, be sure to talk to your advisor or reach out to the GSPA team.
Policy on Academic, Scholarly, and Professional Integrity and Misconduct (ASPIM)