Independent Study
In addition to engaging in formal coursework, graduate students may enroll in an independent study course under the direction of a faculty mentor, which consists of student-initiated projects and directed readings related to their specific master’s program. Independent study enables students to pursue a specialized topic and assists in achieving competence in self-directed learning. Students are limited to one independent study course (3 credits) during their graduate program. To register for an independent study course, a student must have completed 12 graduate credits with a minimum index of 3.30 and obtained the approval of a full-time faculty member who will serve as mentor. Students must also complete the Independent Study Request Form, which is available on the Jay Stop website: http://jstop.jjay.cuny.edu.