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Policies and Procedures

POLICIES

  • Systemwide Terminology for Distance Courses
  • Policy on University Teaching (399) Courses Grading Option (Endorsed by Cabinet 2-16-21)
  • Policy on Graduate Program Modifications (Endorsed by Cabinet 3-5-19)
  • Academic Disqualification Policy for UCI Graduate Students
  • Graduate Mentoring, Advising and Monitoring of Academic Progress Policy
  • Guidelines for the Development of New Self-Supporting and Senate-Regulated Graduate Degree Program Proposals at UCI
  • Guidelines for the Three Year Review of New Self-Supporting and Senate-Regulated Graduate Degree Program Proposals at UCI (Approved by Cabinet 5-1-18)
  • Guidelines for Undergraduate/Graduate Hybrid Degree Programs (Endorsed by Cabinet 1-22-19)
  • Establishing Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs at UCI
  • Process for Establishing Concentrations, Emphases, and Specializations
  • Policies for Approval of Online Courses
  • Self-Supporting Graduate Professional Degree Programs Policy
  • Recusal Policy

PROCEDURES

FAQ – What are the steps to submit a proposal for a new graduate degree program?

See Quick Guide for Creating a Graduate Degree Proposal.

FAQ – How long will this process take?

Please note, there is no set turnaround time from start (campus level) to finish (approval from CCGA and the UC Office of the President) as each proposal varies but those submitting a proposal for a new graduate degree program should estimate 1-2 years.

FAQ – What’s CCGA?

The Coordinating Committee on Graduate Affairs (CCGA) advises the Senate and University administration on all matters regarding the promotion of research and learning related to graduate education. One of CCGA’s chief responsibilities is the authority to review and approve all campus proposals for new graduate programs and schools. CCGA meeting dates, agendas and minutes can be found here: http://senate.universityofcalifornia.edu/committees/ccga/

FAQ – How often does Graduate Council meet?

Graduate Council typically meets once a month (see Schedule of Meetings).

 

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Graduate Council

  • Current Members
  • Schedule of Meetings
  • Submit Items for GC Agenda
  • Meeting Agendas

Graduate Degree Programs

  • Senate Guide for Creating a Graduate Degree Proposal
  • Concurrent Degree Programs
  • Request Form to Modify Graduate Degree Requirements
  • Graduate Policies and Procedures
  • Graduate Concentrations, Emphases, and Specializations
  • SSGPDPs Review Schedule

Systemwide Council

  • Coordinating Committee on Graduate Affairs (CCGA)

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