Development of Proposal

Graduate program proposals must be consistent with the Graduate Mission of the University and the graduate program vision.

Graduate program proposals should originate from department-wide action or from administration in consultation with school/college and departmental leadership.

New graduate program proposals should include:

• A feasibility study demonstrating the viability of the proposed program addressing enrollment demands and market area, staffing, facilities, library and other resources, budget projections, and impact on undergraduate programs
• A statement justifying the program as related to the graduate mission statement
• A listing of the degree(s) offered and an outline of degree requirements