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Candidacy Forms

All candidacy forms (overview) are available at the Research and Graduate Studies website. You will need Microsoft Word and/or Adobe Reader installed to view these forms. All computers in HSU computer labs can be used to download and edit the forms.

NOTE: All MA candidates need to complete candidacy forms prior to registering for their final 9 units of coursework.

There are three (3) forms you should download and complete:

• Advancement to Candidacy
• Approved Graduate Course List (3 pp.)
• Thesis or Project Proposal Form (2 pp.)

Please read the instructions for the Approved Graduate Course List very carefully and make sure to use all applicable codes and to complete the summary totals at the bottom of the page. Consult the Graduate Coordinator before submitting a final copy.

Other Forms and Documents

These other useful forms are also found at the above site:

• Unbound Project Approval Form (filed along with the final copy of your project)
• Program Variation and Waiver Form
• Educational Leave Form, and the
• Currency/Extensioin of 7-Year Limit Form

Please note that the "Application for Graduation" form is available in person only from the Graduate Studies Office (Siemens Hall 130).

Finally, it will behoove you to become acquainted with these two documents:

• The HSU Graduate Student Handbook is a comprehensive guide to policy governing graduate study at HSU.
• While not all the guidelines of the HSU MA Project Formatting Handbook apply to Unbound Projects (when in doubt, follow MLA formatting guidelines), it may still provide useful general advice.