Granting the Master of Arts degree and/or certification requires successful completion of all coursework and all required program performance assessments that demonstrate proficiency on the appropriate state and professional standards. Exit requirements vary depending upon the specific program. For initial certification programs, teacher certification is recommended upon successful completion of all program requirements.
In their final semester, candidates will receive a notification from the Office of the Registrar confirming that they are on track to complete their degree and prompting them to complete the graduation application on the portal.
Prior to graduation candidates are required to:
- Complete the graduation application
- Complete all necessary paperwork required for teaching certificatation
- Complete all coursework, required major assessments, and program exit requirements
All graduates are invited to walk in the spring ceremony that follows the completion of their degree. Graduation exercises are held in May and all candidates for graduate degrees are highly encouraged to participate.