Master's-In-Passing Policy

Policy Number: 100-009 The Academy and Research

Policy Title: Master's-in-Passing Policy

Responsible Officers: Provost and Chief Academic Officer delegated to Dean, The Graduate School

Responsible Offices: Office of the Provost and Chief Academic Officer; Office of the Dean, The Graduate School; Office of the Registrar

Effective Date: July 5, 2023 

Next Review Date: July 2025

Summary: The Master’s-in-Passing Policy allows doctoral students in good standing, who have completed all requirements for a master's degree in their respective program of study, to receive a master’s degree, (M.A. or M.S.).

Keywords: doctoral candidates, Ph.D. candidates, terminal degree

Related Form: Master's-In-Passing (MIP) Request Form

Related Site: The Graduate School