Proposal for Pursuing Interdisciplinary Studies Master’s Degree Programs

SECTION II

I. BACKGROUND INFORMATION FOR APPLICANT

Name Student ID No.
First Middle Last

Address
STREET CITY STATE ZIP

Telephone E-mail Address

Undergraduate Degree Major Minor
Date Degree Granted Institution Overall GPA

Current Enrollment Status Postbaccalaureate GPA

Date of Application for University Admission

Standardized Test Scores:
Test Date

GRE VERBAL QUANTITATIVE (IF NOT ALREADY TAKEN)
GMAT TOEFL

Additional Information:
Provide any additional comments or documentation regarding academic or professional
preparation and qualifications that specifically address academic study and research in the
requested degree program.

Complete all sections as required and submit your proposal and supporting documents to:

Dean, Division of Graduate Studies
California State University, Fresno
Thomas Bldg., Room 132
5241 North Maple Avenue M/S TA51
Fresno CA 93740-8027

II. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

Official Title of Degree

__ __ Master of Arts (MA) Interdisciplinary Studies or
__ __ Master of Science (MS) Interdisciplinary Studies

Note: The MS in Interdisciplinary Studies is awarded for programs that include breadth of scientific knowledge as
well as attainment of specific professional competencies in scientific research methodologies and data-driven
analysis. MS degrees are appropriate for those who wish to engage in professional science-related careers that cross
over several traditional specializations. The MA in Interdisciplinary Studies is awarded in all fields, particularly
those that include the arts, letters, and humanities.

Working Title

Nature and Purpose of Proposed Program of Study

Academic and Career Goals to be Met Through Completion of This Program

Identify Resources (faculty and facilities) Required

Justification for Requesting the Interdisciplinary Major

III. PROPOSED PLAN OF STUDY (Please attach a catalog copy from at least one other university that offers a program similar to the one you are proposing)

Prerequisite Courses:
List all prerequisites that will be required whether you have completed these courses or not:

COURSES REQUIRED TO MEET PREREQUISITES

Graduate Program of Study:
List all courses required for the official degree program (30 units). Do not include prerequisites
listed above. Include a description of any 290 Independent Study courses (see next page).

Notes:

1. A maximum of 9 upper division and/or graduate-level transfer units may be applied toward the master’s degree.
Appropriate transfer documentation must be attached. Refer to the graduate catalog.

2. At least 70 percent of the program must consist of courses designated for graduate study.

3. The following courses are available as may be necessary to meet the requirements of the faculty advisory group:
GS 296. Interdisciplinary Colloquium (1-3 units). Prerequisite: Consent of coordinator. Seminar in interdisciplinary
special major issues, allowing discussion with a broad-based, cross-disciplinary emphasis.
GS 298. Interdisciplinary Project (2-6 units; max total 6)
GS 299. Interdisciplinary Thesis (2-6 units; max total 6)

4. List all course numbers and official titles exactly as they appear in the General Catalog.

5. Please consult the Graduate Studies Regulations page in the General Catalog prior to completing this form.

[FORM FIELD] Culminating Experience: Select One

[FORM FIELD] Dropdown47: Select One

Independent Study Description(s) (if applicable) (A maximum of 6 units are allowed)

Time to complete program (5-year maximum):

Additional Degree Requirements:

The following requirements must be completed during the first 15 units of the Graduate Plan of Study:

1. All graduate students must demonstrate their competence in written English.
Describe means for demonstrating skills (Note: It is recommended that an approved procedure
from one of the identified graduate programs be utilized):

2. Other requirements as recommended by Advisory Committee:
a. Foreign Language
Date Passed Not Required
b. Qualifying Exam
Date Passed Not Required
c. Other:

Culminating Experience Requirement:

All interdisciplinary studies major students are required to submit an acceptable thesis/project. A
preliminary topic for the requirement should be presented as part of the proposal to obtain a
Master’s Degree Interdisciplinary Studies major. The committee members are not required to be
from the Advisory Committee. Please refer to the General Catalog for requirements regarding
criteria for thesis/project.

Proposed Title:

Provide a brief description of the planned topic.

IV. FACULTY COMMITTEE NOMINATION FORM

Identify the faculty members who you would like to have serve on your Advisory Committee and
secure their signatures to indicate their willingness to serve on your committee.

V. COMMITTEE CHAIR ASSESSMENT AND RECOMMENDATION FORM

Date
Student’s Name:
Telephone:
Please check as appropriate. Comments /suggestions would be helpful.
I have had an opportunity to review the proposal and discuss it with the applicant and offer the
following observations:

OTHER OBSERVATIONS:
NAME (PRINT) SIGNATURE DATE
DEPARTMENT/OFFICE AND PHONE NUMBER

FACULTY ASSESSMENT AND RECOMMENDATION FORM

Date
Student’s Name:
Telephone:
Please check as appropriate. Comments /suggestions would be helpful.
I have had an opportunity to review the proposal and discuss it with the applicant and offer the
following observations:

OTHER OBSERVATIONS:
NAME (PRINT) SIGNATURE DATE
DEPARTMENT/OFFICE AND PHONE NUMBER

STUDENT’S NAME:
NAME OF DEGREE:

University Graduate Committee Recommendation:

Approved:
Resubmit:
Deny:
Reason for denial:
Other:
CHAIR, UNIVERSITY GRADUATE COMMITTEE DATE
DEAN, DIVISION OF GRADUATE STUDIES DATE

STUDENT’S NAME:
NAME OF DEGREE:

TECHNICAL REVIEW

Technical review completed by
DATE

Comments on Technical Review:

TECHNICAL REVIEW

Technical review completed by
DATE

Comments on Technical Review:

TECHNICAL REVIEW

Technical review completed by
DATE

Comments on Technical Review:

TECHNICAL REVIEW

Technical review completed by
DATE

Comments on Technical Review:

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