What is the role of the Graduate Council?
- To review new proposals and revisions to existing graduate curricula and programs submitted by the various departments and colleges to the Council of Deans
- To initiate and recommend policies relevant to graduate degree requirements, grading and credit policies, academic standards, and related matters
- To review and recommend faculty for graduate faculty status
- To act as an academic appeal body for graduate students
How do I find information about the process for making curriculum and graduate program policy changes?
Start by contacting the º£½ÇÉçÇø. The staff and the Graduate Dean can assist you at the front-end of the process, providing guidance and helpful information which will save you time. Next, you’ll consult P and A, the Planning and Assessment website for further information.
What are the deadlines for submitting proposals?
The must approve changes/additions to the graduate curriculum and programs by the conclusion of the November meeting for the subsequent academic year. Please email your proposals to the º£½ÇÉçÇø at ucagradschool@uca.edu.
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2026-2027 Timeline for Submission and Consideration
| Receipt of Agenda Items by Graduate Dean | Distribution to Graduate Council Members | Graduate Council Meeting |
|---|---|---|
| 8-21-2026 | 9-4-2026 | 9-17-2026 |
| 9-18-2026 | 10-2-2026 | 10-15-2026 (asynchronous) |
| 10-23-2026 | 11-6-2026 | 11-19-2026 |
| No December Meeting Scheduled | ||
| 12-4-2026 (due to break for the holidays) | 1-8-2027 | 1-21-2027 |
| 1-22-2027 | 2-5-2027 | 2-18-2027 |
| 2-19-2027 | 3-5-2027 | 3-18-2027 (asynchronous) |
| 3-19-2027 | 4-2-2027 | 4-15-2027 |