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Application Process for Submatriculation
Submatriculation Application
Students are encouraged to apply for submatriculation during the fall semester of the junior year. They may apply during the spring semester of the sophomore year. Under no circumstances will a student be admitted to the program after the end of the seventh semester.
The application for all submatriculation programs except the Law School must be approved by the student's major advisor, the graduate chair of the proposed program, and Dr. Srilata Gangulee in the College Office. In addition, the student must file an application for admission to the relevant graduate program and comply with the procedures involved in the graduate admission process.
Choosing a Graduate Program
The choice to apply to a graduate program in Arts and Sciences or to another school's graduate program need not coincide with the current major, though for many this is the case. For instance, an International Relations major may choose to take an M.A. in Regional Science, or an English major may choose to take an M.S. in Secondary Education in the Graduate School of Education. Since criteria for admission into the graduate programs are different for each school and department, the student's decision-making process should include inquiries into these admission requirements.
Continuing for a Ph.D.
Most Ph.D. programs require a minimum of 12 courses beyond a master's program, giving advanced standing for 8 graduate courses completed for the master's degree. However, some schools and programs may have different policies governing coursework taken in a submatriculation program. Some doctoral research funding agencies may actually disqualify students from receiving certain kinds of support because of their advanced standing. If students are likely to pursue a Ph.D., they are strongly encouraged to apply directly for the doctoral program rather than submatriculating into a master's program.
Financial Aid
Submatriculation programs are intended to be completed within the prescribed four undergraduate years. If a student is currently a financial aid recipient, the master's degree may be entirely covered by undergraduate aid. If studies extend beyond the four years, however, students must consult with Student Financial Services and the relevant graduate school and department for further information regarding financial assistance.