Division of Research and Graduate Studies
Student Resources and Information
If you are a Fresno State graduate student, please familiarize yourself with the following information related to requirements:
Chart Your Course Guide
Student Standing
Conditionally Classified
The applicant granted conditionally classified graduate standing has:
- been admitted to the university.
- not yet satisfied all program admission requirements.
Classified
The applicant who has been granted classified graduate standing has:
- been admitted to the university.
- fulfilled all program admission requirements.
Thus, classified graduate students are those who have been fully admitted to their program.
Advancement to Candidacy
Graduate Student Appeals and Petitions
Coursework
GPA Requirements
Enrollment
The Culminating Experience
Graduation
Degrees are not granted automatically. Graduate students who anticipate completing all courses and requirements by the final day of a term, must apply for graduation online at their Student Center (My Academic Records & Registration > Graduation Application), receive online approval from their graduate program coordinator/director, and pay a non-refundable application filing fee in order to complete the graduation application process.
Graduate Studies Regulations
Graduate Student Resources