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Additional Degree Application Requirements

Many graduate programs within the College of Education, Health and Human Services require materials that may not be included in the main application. Check to see if your prospective program requires any additional information.

Additional Application Requirements

Supplemental Data Form (School Psychology)

This form is used to collect additional information that is not included in the main application for the School Psychology program.

 

General Forms

Change in Program of Study

This form may only be used by students currently enrolled in, or on an approved leave of absence from, a graduate program of study at 5X社区. Students must contact the Graduate Coordinator of the proposed program to determine whether they should submit 1) a Change in Program of Study form or 2) a new application. International students must consult with the Office of Global Education to determine how a change of program might affect their visa status.

This form MAY be used to:

  • change to a different degree program, major or concentration
  • add a concentration
  • change from a degree program to a certificate program
  • change catalog year while maintaining your current degree program
  • withdraw from one part of a dual or multiple program of study (dual degree, multiple major, etc.)

This form CANNOT be used to:

  • add a degree program, major or certificate
  • change from a certificate to a degree program
  • withdraw entirely from a program and the university

Combined Bachelor's / Master's Degree Program

A combined bachelor's/master's degree program has established admissions requirements, a curriculum and graduation requirements.  To qualify for a combined bachelor's/master's degree program, an undergraduate student must complete a standard online graduate application (including the application fee) and be admitted to the graduate program of interest.

The Combined Bachelor's/Master's Degree Program form must be submitted prior to the first semester of enrollment in the combined program.

 

Graduate Assistantship Application (PDF)

Graduate appointments are designed both to serve the needs of the University and to assist in the professional development of the student. A graduate assistant assists with instruction, research, or administrative duties beneficial to the appointee's professional development and to the employing department or office. Master's, educational specialists, and doctoral students are eligible.

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Graduate Re-Enrollment (DOCX)

This form is only for students returning from an approved leave of absence. Students not on an approved leave of absence, who withdrew from or left the University one ore more years ago, must formally apply and follow the same admission procedures required of new applicants. See policy #3-01.13.

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Leave of Absence

A Leave of Absence is granted for degree-seeking graduate students in active status who must be away from their studies for personal, family, financial, or other compelling reasons. Access this form through the link below or through FlashLine, within Student / Resources / Requests and Authorizations.

Registration Exception Forms

Additional information about the Registration Exception Forms can be found by visiting the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center.

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Request for Overload

University policy allows students to register for a maximum of 6 hours in Summer 1 and 3, 10 hours in Summer 2, 10 hours overlapping Summer 1 & 2 or Summer 2 & 3, 12 hours for all summer sessions combined. The maximum number of hours for Fall or Spring is 16.

In order to have an overload considered for approval, you must present a substantive written rationale. Be sure to address reasons why you are unable to enroll for the class at another time.

Request for Transfer of Graduate Credit

Graduate courses earned at another college or university may be transferred into a 5X社区 graduate program. Students who wish to have those courses considered for transfer must petition administrators of the graduate program. The program can accept or reject such courses based on the program requirements, regardless of the discipline or institution in which the credits were earned. Official transcripts MUST accompany this form. 

Request for Time Extension for Master's and Doctoral Students

Request for time extension for Master's and doctoral students.

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Student Teaching Forms

Petition for Exception to Graduate Student Teaching Requirements (PDF)

Graduate-level teacher candidates meet all program requirements to be fully prepared for student teaching:

  • 3.0 GPA
  • All courses completed
  • Approval of their faculty advisors

Complete the form below in consultation with your faculty advisor. Submit the completed and signed form to 304 White Hall.

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Master's (Thesis/Project) Forms

Master's Thesis or Master's Project Committee and Proposal

Thesis or Project Report of Oral Defense

Thesis Approval

Note: Please be sure to have proper names and email addresses for all committee members and school directors prior to accessing the electronic form.

Doctoral Forms

Doctoral Plan of Study/Advisory Phase Form

Application for Comprehensive Exam/Portfolio Packet

Written Comprehensive Exam Results

Dissertation Phase Committee Form

Oral Comprehensive Exam Results

To be completed by Comprehensive Exam Committee

Notification of Approved Dissertation Proposal

IRB Approval

Readiness to Defend Dissertation and Submission of Brochure

Committee members are to sign this form after the Pre-Defense meeting. Students are to provide defense brochures for committee members and additional copies for guests attending the defense. The Office of Graduate Student Services will post a schedule of upcoming defenses.

Oral Defense Dissertation

Doctoral Approval Page

Note: Please be sure to have proper names and email addresses for all committee members and school directors prior to accessing the electronic form.

Other Forms

Accessible PDF Instructions

Beginning in January 2023, all OhioLINK ETD Center PDFs must meet minimum requirements for digital accessibility. You will need access to to make the changes necessary for accessibility. 

Graduate Faculty Representative

Initiated in conjunction with your advisor. Contact Luci Wymer at awymer@kent.edu for the form and additional information.

Guidelines for Preparation of Thesis and Dissertations (PDF)

Theses and dissertations are works which are representative of the academic caliber of the University as well as of the student. These guidelines are designed to assist students, editors and typists to maintain the high degree of accuracy and consistency which are hallmarks of well-written documents. 

View and Download Guidelines (PDF)

Teacher Education Handbook (PDF)

The Teacher Education Handbook guides you through each phase of your journey to becoming a transformative educator. 

View and download Teacher Education Handbook (PDF)