CyberOrient@JSU        The Degree Evaluation and the Doctoral Degree Plan

  • The "Degree Evaluation" found under the Advisor Menu in JSU PAWS will replace "Form I: The Degree Plan" for the Division of Graduate Studies. A "Degree Evaluation" must be attached to the "Application for Graduate Degree Candidacy".
  • The Graduate Degree Plan MUST be completed and submitted within the FIRST MONTH of enrollment in a degree program.  This plan must be made with the advice and concurrence of the major advisor and the graduate committee.  Only courses appearing on the approved program will be counted toward fulfilling degree requirements.  Changes in the program may be made, using standard change forms, with the approval of the same persons who approved the original program (or their appropriate successors).
Complete this form with your advisor. (Click here for CyberForm)

Required Information
  • Name, address, e-mail and telephone numbers.
  • Degree and Major
Section I.
  • List all courses to be completed as part of your degree. This is a contract between you and Jackson State University.Go to Graduate Catalog for Information.
  • If you plan to transfer graduate coursework from another college or university, list the course(s) here. You MUST file/complete a Transfer of Credit Form at this time.
  • Approval of the Degree Plan by the Student, Academic Advisor, Department Chair, and College Dean.

    • Revising your Plan
    To change your degree plan you will need the approval of: Student, Academic Advisor,  Department Chair, and College Dean.

    You can either-
    File a revised Degree Plan, or,
    File a Course Substitution Form.   
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    Last revised: December 2007