Consult with key sources for information on Syracuse University’s formal policies and stated guidelines relevant to graduate student, including:
- Student Handbook: The Syracuse University Student Handbook provides policies and resources for ensuring a respectful community for all. The Handbook outlines policies, students’ rights and responsibilities, and resources that help all community members uphold our standards and values.
- Degree Program Requirements: Learn about the structure of your degree program by reviewing the Syracuse University Course Catalog. Use the drop down menu in the Catalog Search option to find the Graduate Course Catalog you desire. The Course Catalog search function will provide you with options to search selected areas of the catalog.
- Academic Rules: The academic rules are found within the Course Catalog and include Academic Record, Academic Status, Academic Actions, Degree and Certificate Programs and other sources of information.
- Transfer Credit: If you have previously awarded credits from another institution or program within the University, your school/college and department is integral in the assessment of transfer.
- University Policies: Syracuse University maintains formal policy statement regarding aspects of living, studying, and working in our community. The policies are aligned with the University’s mission and values and comply with applicable state, local, and federal laws. Policies that are especially relevant to your role as a community member, and when in an instructional role, are listed below:
- Student Rights and Responsibilities
- Code of Student Conduct
- Code of Ethical Conduct
- Academic Integrity
- Sexual Harassment
- Students with Disabilities
- Equal Opportunity, Inclusion and Resolution Services
- Athletic Compliance
- Religious Observances
- International Students
- Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act: FERPA articulates student privacy rights regarding educational records and other academic information. Teaching Assistants (TAs), in particular, must be able to interpret FERPA provisions; see FERPA: What Instructors Need to Know.
- Tuition, Fees, and Related Policies: The Syracuse University Bulletin provides information about tuition, fee schedules, payment and refund policies, the financial calendar, and other matters.
- Grievance Resolution