This central repository contains the essential administrative forms you will need throughout your graduate studies. Please ensure you use the most current version of each form.
General Academic Forms
- Graduate & Professional Student Petition: [Download PDF]
- Use this form for: Transferring credits, changing degree tracks, requesting a leave of absence, or modifying your filed degree plan.
- Student-Initiated Drop Form: [Download PDF]
- Use this form for: Withdrawing from a specific course after the official add/drop deadline (check the Academic Calendar for dates).
Ph.D. Milestones
- Qualifying Exam Agreement Forms: Select the form for your specific research group.
- Controls Group: [Download PDF]
- Materials Group: [Download PDF]
- Mechanics Group: [Download PDF]
- Thermo-Fluids Group: [Download PDF]
- Ph.D. Defense Committee Appointment: [Download PDF]
- File this form: In the semester you pass your Qualifying Exam (to formally establish your committee).
Master’s Milestones
- Master's Thesis Defense Committee Appointment: [Download PDF]
- File this form: At least one semester prior to your intended defense date.
International Student Resources
- F-1 Graduate Student CPT Form: [Download PDF]
- Use this form for: Requesting authorization for Curricular Practical Training (Internships). Note: You must have an internship offer letter before submitting.
Graduation & Departure
- Graduate Check-Out Form: [Download PDF]
- Required for: All students (MS, MME, PhD) upon completion of their degree or departure from the university.
For information about forms and procedures not listed here, regarding both domestic and international students, please visit the Graduate School webpage.