GRADUATE PROGRAM STANDARDS

Each graduate program shall have:

1. Clearly stated program goals
   
   
2. Clearly stated expected student outcomes and methods for measurement
   
   
3. Specific entry and exit requirements
   
   
4. Student advisement and tracking procedures
   
   
5. Appropriate number of qualified faculty and students
   
   
6. A consistently high level of instruction and assignments
   
   
7. Adequate library resources for graduate study
   
   
8. Adequate non-library resources for graduate study
   
   
9. Evidence of faculty and student research, scholarship, and/or creative activity
   
   
10. A climate of intellectual/professional curiosity and achievement
    
    
11. A clear statement of students rights and responsibilities
    
    
12. Regular and systematic alumni follow-up
    
    
13. Periodic review and evaluation procedures
    
    
14. An analysis of program strengths and weaknesses
    
    
15. An action plan for the future
    
    

                                                       Approved by Graduate Council
                                                       May 6, 2002 Meeting