New Students

As you navigate your way toward a degree, this site will provide you with the information necessary to reach your goals. The School of Graduate Studies partners with your individual academic program to help you see your way to completion.

New Student Orientation

Planning a Course of Study

Being a Graduate Student (ppt)

Online and Distance Orientation

2012 On-Campus Graduate Student Orientation

Mark your Calendars for these Upcoming Orientation Events

2013 On-Campus Graduate Student Orientation

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

  • New International Graduate Students: 11:00 to 3:00 pm (Required for International Graduate Students)
  • Informational Workshops for All new Graduate Students: 3:00-5:00
  • Reception and Resource Tables: 4:30-5:30
  • Orientation to Graduate Education: 5:30-7:00

Orientation for new graduate students is designed so you can participate in the full orientation or attend as you are able.

Online and Distance Graduate Student Orientation

Next Online Orientation will be held in mid August

International Graduate Student Orientation

August 20-21, 2013 (Required for all new international graduate students)