Graduate Admissions Forms & Resources
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Need Help? Contact Graduate Studies at 302.857.6800 or gradstudies [at] desu.edu
Frequently Used Graduate Forms
| Form Name | Initiated By | PDF Version | DocuSign Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change from Provisional to Unconditional Admission | Student | View PDF | Start Form |
| Admission Deferment Request | Student | View PDF | Start Form |
| Recommendation for Admission (All Semesters) | Program Director | View PDF | Start Form |
| Leave of Absence Request | Student | View PDF | Start Form |
Non-Degree Seeking Student Forms
These forms should be started by the student enrolling in one or more graduate courses without full program admission:
| Course Load | Form Link |
|---|---|
| One course | Start Form |
| Two courses | Start Form |
| Three courses | Start Form |
For other course loads or matriculation questions, please contact gradstudies [at] desu.edu.
Additional Graduate Resources
| Resource | Access Link |
|---|---|
| Thesis & Dissertation Submission | View Submission Portal |
| Thesis & Dissertation Handbook | Download Handbook |
| Thesis/Dissertation Checklist | View Checklist |
| Graduate Programming & Student Success | Explore Programs |
| Graduate Catalogs | View Catalogs |
| Matriculation Processes | Review Steps |
| Graduate Student Association | Join GSA |
| DSU Research Day | Learn More |
| Graduate Forms and Documents | All Forms |
| Important Deadlines | View Deadlines |
| 3MT® (Three Minute Thesis) Competition | Competition Info |