Candidates who wish to enroll in an Independent Study (or in rare cases, a Course by Arrangement) are required to submit a proposal using the form designed for this purpose and must obtain the approval of the Dean of Education prior to registering for the course.
Candidates in the Teacher Leader Master of Arts program may take independent study courses as part of required electives, as determined with their advisor and listed on the curriculum contract. The Arts and Sciences faculty may request to utilize a pass/fail grade for independent study courses related to these programs. Faculty will outline on the Independent Study form the course requirements and the specifics for earning a pass/fail grade. A passing grade adds credit hours but no quality points. A failing grade will be included in GPA calculation. Forms can be obtained in the Graduate Education Office.