Required Actions for Master of Soil Science Students
In order to successfully complete your Master of Soil Science degree, you will need to complete the following actions. For more information, consult the Graduate Services Coordinator – Angie Barefoot.
| Action | When Required | Initiated By |
|---|---|---|
| File complete, official transcripts from all universities and colleges attended, including degrees and dates awarded to the Graduate School | Before the beginning of the first semester of enrollment | Student is responsible for providing official transcripts |
| Attend online orientation | Within the first two weeks | DGP |
| Schedule entrance visit with the Director of Soil Science Graduate Programs (DGP) | Within the first two weeks | Student with the DGP via email |
| File proposed Graduate Plan of Work | By the end of the first semester and no later than the second semester | Student with Advisor and submission via MyPack portal for approval by DGP |
| Sign up for SSC 601 Seminar | Last semester of your degree program | Student |
| Apply for graduation | Before the Dissertation Defense but no later than the Apply to Graduate Deadline | Student through the MyPack portal |
| Report on outcome of the final oral exam. | Immediately after the final oral examination is completed | Advisor submits results to DGP who submits to the Graduate School |
| Schedule an exit interview with the Soil Science Director of Graduate Programs | Prior to departure | Student |
| Provide forwarding address and email to Graduate Services Coordinator | Prior to departure | Student |