Downloadable Forms

Contains downloadable/printable version of forms needed by Graduate Students or an Undergraduate taking graduate courses.

Academic Regulations

Each student is responsible for meeting the curricular requirements and following the academic regulations of the college and university.

Funding Sources

A list of possible funding sources, including Signature Graduate Assistantships.

Graduate Program Directors

Serve as academic advisor to graduate students and assist in developing individual plans of study. Please contact the department for the current Program Director.

International Graduate Students

An international student is an individual who holds a visa while enrolled at Cleveland State University.

Graduate and Teaching Assistantships

Graduate Assistantships are regarded as apprenticeships during which students become more effective members of their professions through formal instruction, interaction with faculty, research and administrative experiences.

Thesis/Dissertation

Degree programs determine whether or not a thesis/dissertation is required for a graduate degree. A thesis/dissertation may take any of several forms, such as a scholarly essay, research report, or a creative artistic work.

Writing Help for Graduate Students

The CSU Writing Center offers you two types of assistance: individualized tutoring and the resources outlined on the website.

Requirements for Doctoral Student Participation in Graduation Ceremonies

Effective with Spring 2002 graduation, the following policies and procedures shall be instituted for all graduation ceremonies (both Fall and Spring Graduation).

Graduation Procedures

All students are required to complete a graduation application well in advance of their projected graduation date. Students should consult their college advising offices before submitting their application.

Non-Degree Graduate Students

Non-Degree status is designed for those who want to take graduate courses for professional growth and/or personal enrichment, or who wish to take a limited amount of course work to explore the possibility of later entering a graduate degree, certificate, or licensure program.

U-Pass

Cleveland State is pleased to support the popular U-Pass program. The U-Pass allows ALL MAIN CAMPUS students to ride free of charge on all Greater Cleveland RTA buses and rapid trains during a semester. Student accounts will be charged $25.00 to fund the program.