What are Continuation Courses?
As of the Fall 2007 term, Continuation Courses replace the Graduate School’s former Continuous Enrollment courses. A Continuation Course is the university’s verification that you are enrolled in the valid registration status you need to maintain.
Do I have to register for a Continuation Course?
Not everyone must register for a Continuation Course. Degree-seeking and certificate-seeking students who are not registered for enough credits to maintain their needed statuses (full-time, half-time, less than half-time) must register for a Continuation Course.
Do non-degree or temporary students need to register for Continuation Courses?
Non-degree and temporary students do not have to register for Continuation Courses.
Do international students need to register for Continuation Courses?
International students must be full-time students each term. International students who are not registered for enough credits to maintain their full-time status must register for a Continuation Course.
How do I register for a Continuation Course?
1. Fill out the Continuation Course form that is appropriate for your situation.
2. Get approvals from your adviser and department chair or director of graduate studies.
3. Register on CheckMarq using the permission number assigned by your department.
4. Send the completed form to the Graduate School.
When is the Continuation Course registration deadline?
Students need to register for Continuation Courses by the last day of registration (see Graduate Bulletin for registration dates).
Are Continuation Courses graded?
Yes, they are graded S/U (satisfactory/unsatisfactory).
What is the fee for a Continuation Course?
The fee to register for any continuation course is $100. You will be billed by the Office of the Bursar after you register for the course.
Do I earn credit hours for Continuation Courses ?
Continuation Courses do not earn you hours towards your degree or certificate. They simply function as giving you a specific academic standing: either full-time, half-time, or less than half-time.
What Continuation Course should teaching assistants take?
All TAs must be registered full-time during the terms of their awards (fall and spring). Locate your registration category in the table below to determine the appropriate continuation course.
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If You Are Registered For: |
The Continuation Course You Should Enroll in is: |
1. |
7 or more credits |
You are already full-time and do not need to enroll in a Continuation Course.
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2. |
6 course credits, thesis, or dissertation credits. |
Graduate Assistant Teaching 875.* |
3. |
Less than 6 course credits, thesis, or dissertation credits. |
Thesis Continuation 883 if you are a masters student; Doctoral Dissertation 889 if you are a doctoral student.* |
*If you completed all credit requirements for your degree but still must participate in a practicum or internship experience, you may retain full time graduate status by enrolling in full-time Field Placement Continuation 879.
What Continuation Course should research assistants take?
All RAs must be registered full-time during the terms of their awards (fall and spring). Locate your registration category in the table below to determine the appropriate continuation course.
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If You Are Registered For: |
The Continuation Course You Should Enroll in is: |
1. |
7 or more credits. |
You are already full time and do not need to enroll in a Continuation Course. |
2. |
6 course credits, thesis, or dissertation credits. |
Graduate Assistant Research 876.* |
3. |
Less than 6 course credits, thesis, or dissertation credits. |
Thesis Continuation 883 if you are a masters student; Doctoral Dissertation 889 if you are a doctoral student.* |
*If you completed all credit requirements for your degree but still must participate in a practicum or internship experience, you may retain full time graduate status by enrolling in full-time Field Placement Continuation 879.
What Continuation Course should recipients of fellowships take?
All fellowship recipients must be registered full-time during the terms of their awards (fall and spring). Locate your registration category in the table below to determine the appropriate continuation course.
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If You Are Registered For: |
The Continuation Course You Should Enroll in is: |
1.
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7 or more credits.
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You are already full time and do not need to enroll in a Continuation Course.
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2. |
6 course credits, thesis, or dissertation credits. |
Graduate Fellowship 874.* |
3. |
Less than 6 course credits, thesis, or dissertation credits. |
Thesis Continuation 883 if you are a masters student; Doctoral Dissertation 889 if you are a doctoral student.* |
*If you completed all credit requirements for your degree but still must participate in a practicum or internship experience, you may retain full time graduate status by enrolling in full-time Field Placement Continuation 879.
What Continuation Course should recipients of tuition scholarship (non-assistantships or fellowships) take?
All recipients of tuition scholarships must be registered full-time during the terms of their awards (fall and spring). Locate your registration category in the table below to determine the appropriate continuation course.
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If You Are Registered For: |
The Continuation Course You Should Enroll in is: |
| 1. |
7 or more credits. |
You are already full time and do not need to enroll in a Continuation Course. |
| 2. |
Less than 7 credits and you are a master's student on Plan A (thesis option). |
Full-time Thesis Continuation 883. |
| 3. |
Less than 7 credits are you are a master's student on Plan B (additional course work, professional project, or essay). |
Full-time Professional Project Continuation 886. |
| 4. |
Less than 7 credits and you are a doctoral student. |
Full-time Dissertation Continuation 889. |
| 5. |
Less than 7 credits and are participating in a practicum or internship experience (master's or doctoral). |
Full-time Field Placement Continuation 879. |
Will my tuition scholarship pay for continuation?
Yes, if you have not used all of your scholarship money, you may use remaining money to pay for the Continuation Course fee.
What Continuation Course should doctoral, master’s thesis, or master’s professional project students take?
Doctoral, master’s thesis, and master’s professional project students who have completed all of credits required for graduation but who are still working on their dissertation/thesis/professional project must register for the Dissertation/Thesis/Professional Project Continuation Course.
What Continuation Course should students who are participating in off-campus internships or practicums take?
Students who are participating in an off-campus internships or practicums must register for the Field Placement Course to maintain active student status.
What Continuation Course should students who are not able to take academic courses for a particular term, who do not meet the conditions for a Leave of Absence, and who need to maintain active status take?
Students in any of these categories must register for the Graduate Standing Course to maintain active student status. Registering for this course allows students to prepare for comprehensive exams, doctoral outlines, etc. The department must verify that the student is involved in academic work. Note: the Graduate Standing course will only designate a student as less than half-time. Registration for the Graduate Standing Course cannot be used in conjunction with any other courses, and it will not qualify a student for loans or loan deferment.
Do I need to register for a Continuation Course during summer term?
Only students who are planning to graduate in August must register for a Continuation Course over the summer. According to the Continuous Enrollment policy, graduating students must maintain active student status for the term they are graduating.
What happens if I do not sign up for the necessary Continuation Courses?
Six weeks into the academic term, students who are not registered for any courses will be discontinued (i.e., no longer considered active students). Discontinuation involves loss of library and recreation center privileges, etc. In order to become an active student again, discontinued students must gain re-admission permission from their department as well as pay a $100 fee to the Graduate School.
