All the information on you need to know about graduating, including the steps you have to take are available at the Step by Step Guide to Graduation Page of the Office of Graduate Studies website.

The Step by Step Guide to Graduation page includes information on:

• What is the UD Thesis/Dissertation Template?
• How do I apply for Advanced Degree?
• When are the Submission Deadlines?
• Where can I find the Certification of Defense Form?
• How do I prepare a PDF version of my thesis/dissertation?
• When and what do I need to take to the Office of Graduate Studies?

Information specific to the School of Education

• Most School of Education Graduate Programs have an exit requirement that is in addition to completing all your coursework. This exit requirement may take the form of a portfolio, a comprehensive exam, a case study, or a master's thesis/Dissertation/EPP. Please review your program requirements and talk to your advisor for more information on what your program requires.
• All doctoral students must make an appointment with David Hannah (dhannah@udel.edu or 831-1165) a month prior to your Dissertation/EPP Defense. She will assist you in preparing the dissertation/EPP defense forms that your committee will need to sign.