Upon admission to the University, it is the responsibility of the individual student to become informed of all academic information necessary to follow a sound academic program leading to graduation. This is to be accomplished by understanding the contents of the University Graduate Catalog, seeking academic advice from faculty, complying with all requirements for graduation, and applying for graduation at the appropriate time.

The information contained herein is accurate according to the best information available at the time of printing. However, all statements regarding offerings, requirements, tuition charges and fees, academic regulations, and student life are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Students who are absent from Lewis for two or more consecutive years will follow the catalog requirements in effect upon return.

Students should also consult specific program requirements in respective College Handbooks for any additional requirements. The institutional policies represent the minimum expectations from the University. An individual academic program may have academic policies that are more stringent than the institutional policies.

Advising

Prior to beginning coursework or upon admission to the graduate program, all graduate students are advised by the program director/chair or designee. During the first semester of enrollment in a graduate program, every graduate student is assigned an academic advisor with the expectation that the student will communicate with the advisor once a semester, or as needed, to meet the needs of the student.

Graduate Student Learning Outcomes

Graduate students will:

• Synthesize knowledge to articulate a critical issue in the field of study.
• Formulate creative solutions to complex problems in their field.
• Model ethical and professional behaviors to guide inquiry and practice in a global and diverse society.

University Graduation Requirements Applicable to all Graduate Students

In addition to meeting all program-specific degree requirements, all graduate students must:

• Complete a minimum of 30 graduate credits for a master’s degree beyond the baccalaureate degree, and 30 credits beyond the master’s for a doctoral degree program.
• Complete all degree requirements for graduation within 7 years of beginning coursework.
• Achieve a 3.0 cumulative GPA in coursework.
• Earn no more than two grades of C (2.0/4.0 scale) (passing) or lower.

These are minimum requirements. Please refer to specific program requirements for more detailed information.

Faculty and Staff

Visit the Faculty/Staff online directory to learn more about the faculty or to find their contact information at https://www.lewisu.edu/facstaffdirectory/FacStaffDir2.htm.