Individual programs may establish earlier deadlines or guidelines for associated activities (e.g., signing up for comprehensive exams, submitting preliminary drafts of theses and dissertations, final examinations, etc.). The appropriate program handbook or graduate coordinator should be consulted for further information. Students are reminded that it takes time for faculty to read theses, dissertations, and examinations with the rigor and care they deserve.

The deadlines below are final Graduate College deadlines; however, individual programs may establish earlier deadlines. Refer to the relevant program handbook or consult with your graduate coordinator. Students are reminded to work ahead of these deadlines to avoid delaying graduation. All forms are due to the Graduate College by 5 p.m. on the specified date. 

**Other topic approval deadlines may be acceptable if approved by the program.