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Welcome to Graduate School at VSU!

Congratulations on choosing 茄子视频 for your graduate journey! We’re excited to have you join our community of scholars and leaders. At VSU, you’ll find the resources, support, and opportunities you need to thrive in and beyond the classroom.

To help you get started, we’ve gathered key information and guidance below to make your transition into graduate study as smooth as possible.

FALL 2025 New Graduate Student Kickoff:

Date: Thursday, August 14, 2025
Time: 6:00 to 7:30 PM
Location: Microsoft Teams (Register to get the link)

Start your graduate journey with us! The kickoff includes:

• A warm welcome and introduction to Graduate School
• A student panel sharing real experiences and tips
• An open Q&A session to get your questions answered

Missed VSU’s Graduate School Orientation? No worries. You can still watch the Fall 2025 New Graduate Student Kickoff in the video below.

Note: The Spring 2026 Graduate Student Kickoff will be announced soon. Stay tuned! 

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Introductory Campus Resource Videos

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Graduate School eLearning Overview

Auxiliary Services

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VSU Information Technology Students Services

Graduate Student Wellness Series: Maintaining Relationships

Graduate Student Wellness Series: Time Management

Check out the Graduate School newsletter to learn about current happenings, student resources, the Association of Graduate Students (AGS), and Graduate School Faculty and students!

Here is the current issue of the Graduate School newsletter: September-October 2025

Check out past issues here:

2025: 

• August 2025 
• May-June 2025
• Mar-April 2025
• Jan-Feb 2025

2024: 

• Sept-Oct 2024
• August 2024
• May-June 2024
• March-April 2024
• January-February 2024

2023: 

• October-November 2023

Graduate Student Registration Information

Registering for classes at VSU is simple once you know the steps. Use this guide to look up your student information, connect with your advisor, and complete registration smoothly.

Find your VSU Information

• Look up your VSU email address/username: Email/Username Lookup 
  Your VSU username gives you access to MyVSU, where you’ll find orientation, email, registration, and other services.
• Look up your Student ID (870#) → Student ID Lookup 
  This number is also in your acceptance letter. If you get an error, enable cookies in your browser.

Connect with Your Advisor

• Make an appointment with your advisor.
• Discuss and get approval for your course selections.
• Your advisor will lift your registration flag in BannerWeb so you can register.
• If you have holds (Graduate School, Student Health, Parking, etc.), they’ll appear when your flag is lifted. You’ll also be notified via your VSU email by the office that placed it.

Register for Classes in MyVSU

• Log in to MyVSU: Instructions for New Students 
• Select “Banner Registration” from the Portals menu.
• Use the menu options to complete your registration.

• Visual Schedule Builder: Learn how to create and preview your schedule before registering.
• Step-by-Step Registration Guide: Find the Registration Guide on the Registrar’s website. This single guide is updated each semester with:
  • Key dates for registration and fee payment
  • Step-by-step instructions for the entire process
  • Important policies, campus contacts, and frequently used phone numbers

Drop/Add & Withdrawal Information

• You may drop or add courses during the registration period without financial penalty. Dates are listed in the Schedule of Classes. 
• After registration closes, the Late Registration/Drop-Add Appeal Form is required.
• If you withdraw from all courses, refunds are prorated according to the . 

Collaborative Online Programs (GOML Students)

• GeorgiaOnMyLine (GOML) Calendar
• GeorgiaOnMyLine (GOML) Registration Information

ACADEMIC LOADS AT VSU

Graduate students are considered:

• Full-Time: 9 or more credit hours per semester
• Half-Time: 5-8 credit hours per semester

WRITING RESOURCES FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS

Strong writing is an essential part of your graduate journey at VSU. Whether you’re preparing area papers, comprehensive exams, a thesis, or a dissertation, these resources are here to support you every step of the way.

Online Writing Resources

Explore best practices, tips, and fun links to strengthen your academic writing: Graduate School Writing Resources 

On-Campus Support

Graduate student writing tutors are available through the Academic Support Center. Schedule an appointment by calling 229-333-7570 or visiting the Academic Support Center website.

 Tip: Using on-campus resources can help you refine your writing and meet Graduate School standards with confidence.

Thesis & Dissertation Formatting

Getting the formatting right is an important part of the thesis and dissertation process, but you don't have to start from scratch. Access ready-to-use templates and detailed formatting guides here: Thesis & Dissertation Templates & Resources 

Stay on track with your graduate journey—find important deadlines, guides, and step-by-step procedures here: Thesis & Dissertation Information.

Campus & Community Resources for Graduate Students

Make the most of your time at VSU by getting familiar with campus, housing, career services, and community connections.        

Campus Maps & 茄子视频

• Campus Maps & Directions: Explore VSU and get to know your way around.
• Campus 茄子视频: Need phone numbers or office locations? Find them here.
• Campus Tours: New to campus? Schedule a tour! 

Housing & Residence Life

The Office of Housing and Residence Life (Hopper Hall, M–F, 8 AM–5 PM | 229-333-5920) offers resources for on-campus living. Visit the Housing Website for pricing, applications, and residence hall details.

• Centennial Hall: Apartment-style living with private bedrooms, semi-private baths, and full kitchens. Contracts run 10–12 months, starting in August (limited availability).
• Off-Campus Housing: Use VSU’s  as a starting point. Note: VSU does not endorse specific properties—be sure to tour and research your options. 

Bookstore

• Hours: Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM | Fri 9 AM–3 PM | Sat 11 AM–4 PM
• Extended hours are available during rush periods—check the Bookstore Website for updates, refund/exchange schedules, and online ordering.

Local Information

• Events & Community Info:  | 229-247-8100
• Tourism & History:  | Request a visitor’s guide at 229-245-0513
• Local Government:

Career Opportunities 

• Hours: Mon–Fri, 8 AM–5 PM
• Walk-In Hours (Resumes only):
  • Tue 1–4 PM
  • Wed 1–4 PM
  • Thu 9 AM–12 PM
• For career counseling, employer connections, or volunteer opportunities, schedule an appointment with the Career Counselors, Employer Relations Team, or Volunteer Services Coordinator.

Graduate Student Resources & Support

As a VSU graduate student, you have access to a wide range of services and spaces designed to support your academic success, personal well-being, and professional growth. Explore the resources below to make the most of your graduate experience:

Academics & Research

Odum Library – Located at 1500 North Patterson (229-333-5869), the library is your hub for study and research. Inside you’ll find two computer labs, private study rooms, a Graduate-Only study room (code 0214), a media center, and over 50 search stations. The library also offers:

• : Log in online to access GALILEO (Georgia’s academic search engines) and GIL (the VSU library catalog) from off-campus.
• Research Help: Reference librarians provide one-on-one consultations in person, by phone, or by email. Schedule through the .
• Interlibrary Loan: Borrow materials from other libraries when VSU doesn’t have what you need.
• Writing Assistance: The Academic Support Center (229-333-7570) offers free writing tutoring for any stage of the writing process—from brainstorming ideas to polishing a final draft. Appointments can be scheduled online or by phone.

Career & Professional Development

 – Located on the second floor of Powell Hall West (229-333-5942), this office helps with career planning, résumé reviews, job search strategies, internships, and connections with employers.

 – Mediation is available to help resolve conflicts between students, faculty, or staff in a professional, supportive, and confidential way.

Student Essentials

• Office Location: University Center, 1204 North Patterson Street, next to the Bursary office.
• Phone: 229-259-2593.
• Bring a photo ID to get your card made or replaced.

 – For emergencies, call 229-259-5555. For non-emergencies, the department can be reached at 229-333-7816 (located in the Oak Street Parking Deck). Your 1Card has emergency numbers printed on the back for easy reference.

Health & Wellness

Student Health Center – Located on Georgia Avenue, the Student Health Center provides care for all students enrolled in more than 3 hours with health fees paid. Services include basic medical care, lab testing, prescriptions (at lower cost), and over-the-counter medications.

• Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (doors close one hour before).
• Appointments: Recommended—call 229-333-5886.

 – Free counseling and support services for students, faculty, and staff. Located on the 2nd floor of the Student Health Center. Call 229-333-5940 or visit their website to schedule.

 - On Sustella Avenue behind the PE Complex, the Rec Center features an indoor track, pool, climbing wall, racquetball courts, and a full fitness facility. Check the webiste or call 229-333-5898 for hours and activity schedules (intramurals, club sports, aquatics, and more).

Accessibility & Student Life

 – Coordinates services for students with disabilities, including accommodations, adaptive technology, alternate format textbooks, and tutoring referrals. All services are free. Call 229-245-2498 or visit their website for eligibility information.

• Athletics: Visit  for schedules and team news.
• Student Life: Call 229-333-5674 or visit the  for concerts, events, and organizations to join.

Financial Aid & Funding Opportunities

Paying for graduate school can feel overwhelming, but VSU offers several options to help make your education more affordable.

Financial Aid Office

• Location: University Center, Entrance #5
• Phone: 229-333-5935
• Website: VSU's Financial Aid 

You can apply for financial aid as soon as you’ve applied for admission. The Financial Aid website has everything you need—from the application process to details about grants, loans (like Stafford), and other state and federal programs. There’s even a fee calculator to help you plan your budget. View the Tuition and Fee Schedule here.

Student Employment

• Student Assistant Program: Visit the Student Employment website or call 229-333-5709.
• Federal Work Study Program: Visit the  or call the Financial Aid Office at 229-333-5935 to see if you qualify.

Scholarships

Graduate Assistantships

• A small stipend
• A tuition waiver

• Email: gradschool@valdosta.edu
• Phone: 229-333-5694
• Graduate Assistantship Information

Appeals Process

If you’ve received a decision you’d like to challenge, we’re here to guide you through the next steps. Visit our Appeals website for information on:

• Admission Denial Appeals
• Dismissal from Graduate Program Appeals

Academic Warnings, Deficiency Points, and Dismissals

We know conversations about academic standing can feel overwhelming. This guide is here to help you understand what happens if you receive a warning/deficiency point letter or a dismissal letter after grades are posted and deficiency points are applied.

Appeals Timeline

• Appeals must begin within 30 business days of grades being posted.
• Appeals usually start with your instructor or advisor.

If You Receive a Warning or Deficiency Point Letter

• You may appeal grades directly through your department.
• See the Grade Appeal Process (Item #1 below).

If You Receive a Dismissal Letter

1. Grade Appeal – Submit a grade appeal form with supporting documentation.
   • Routing order: Instructor → Department Head → College Dean.
2. Dismissal Appeal – Submit a dismissal appeal form with documentation.
   • Routing order: Program Coordinator → Department Head → College Dean → Graduate School.
3. Sit Out and Petition – If you do not appeal (or are not successful), you must sit out two semesters. During the second semester, you may petition for readmission.
   • Readmission is not guaranteed.
   • We strongly recommend including a letter explaining your circumstances.
4. Medical or Hardship Withdrawal – If you had serious health or life challenges, you may apply for a withdrawal from all classes for that semester (not just failing grades).
   • These petitions go through the Office of the Vice President and Dean of Students.
   • Note: The deadline for these requests is the last day of class.
5. Consider Other Graduate Programs – You may apply to a different VSU graduate program. Keep in mind that programs may review your previous graduate work when making admission decisions.

Important Notes

• Deficiency point/warning letters are emailed after grades are posted and transcripts are evaluated.
• Students registered for future semesters who receive dismissal letters will be dropped from their courses.
• Graduate assistantships are automatically canceled if a dismissal occurs.

Questions?

We are hear to help. Please contact Rosalyn Martinez at rcmartinez@valdosta.edu or email gradschool@valdosta.edu.

Policies: Support When Courses Don’t Go as Planned

We know graduate school can be challenging, and sometimes a class may not go as well as you hoped. Don’t worry—there are policies in place that may give you options to move forward.

• Graduate Course Repeat Policy
  If you didn’t do well in a course, you may be able to repeat it. Review the full policy here: Graduate Course Repeat Policy.

• Graduate Dismissal & Readmission Policy
  If your academic performance leads to dismissal, you still have pathways to return. Learn more about the process here: Graduate Dismissal & Readmission Policy

If you’re facing difficulties, connect with your advisor or the Graduate School early—we’re here to support you and help you understand your options.

Transient Letter Request Form

Transient Letter Request Form: Use this form to request taking a course as a transient student at another institution.

• You must be a "degree-seeking" graduate student
• The request must be initiated by your advisor
• After completing the course you must request a transcript showing the grade and course be sent to the Graduate School at VSU
• Consult with advisor or graduate school about number of hours that can transfer
• Do not use Transient Permission forms issued by the Registrar's Office

GRADUATE STUDENT APPEALS FORMS

• Admissions Denial Appeal Form (PDF Format)
• Dismissal from Graduate School Appeal Form (PDF Format - Rvsd Sept 13)
• VSU Final Course Grade Appeal Form (Note: Students have 30 days from the date grades are posted to begin the appeals process. Grade Appeal forms may be picked up from the Registrar's Office. Forward completed forms to the instructor first; if no resolution, to the department head second; and then to the college dean (not the graduate school). PDF format
• Dismissal and Warning Letters - Options? (PDF)

Request for Extension of 7-Year Rule (Course Age Extension)

• A student's advisor must send a memo to the Dean of the Graduate School requesting an extension. Include a brief justification. The student's transcript will be reviewed—the Dean will then respond with a memo to the advisor and cc: the Registrar's Office if the request is approved or denied.

Emergency Stop Out for doctoral students who have been approved for candidacy: They are eligible to apply for up to one academic year.

• Emergency Stop Out Form (for EDD and DPA Students Only)

• Obtain Parking Permit
• Pay Tuition and Fees
• Follow Graduate School Policies
• Review Academic Requirements

Obtain Parking Permit

• The Department of Parking and Transportation, located at 1308 Sustella Street (in the Parking Deck), is open 8:00-5:00 Monday – Friday (229-293-7275).
• All students and visitors are required to have a parking permit at all times.
• You may register for a permit .
• Parking citations will be issued for infractions of parking policies or for failure to secure a permit. Unpaid citations will result in a hold on student records, which restricts your ability to register for classes, order transcripts, or graduate.

Pay Tuition and Fees

• It is the student’s responsibility to determine the balance due on their account and render payment of the full balance by the fee payment deadlines. Students with an outstanding balance on their account after fee deadlines are subject to class cancellation and holds. If classes are canceled, the student will be notified by e-mail.

• Students with sufficient authorized financial aid or scholarships to pay for ALL charges will automatically have their schedules validated and receive an email notification. However, it is the student's responsibility to review their account at EACH fee payment deadline to ensure no additional payments are due (i.e., account changes due to class schedule adjustments, financial aid removal, etc.).

• Invoices may be viewed online in the .

Types of Payment Accepted:

•  (click here for instructions)

• WebCheck—checking or savings account online. NOTE: If you plan to pay your account balance online using a checking or savings account, plan ahead now! Account information must be entered online AND validated before you can use it for payment. Allow 7 or more days for Online account validation.

• Credit/Debit Card—Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express. NOTE: There is a third-party service fee of 2.95% when paying by credit/debit card. This fee is assessed and retained by our third-party vendor for use of this service.

• Cash

• Check (payable to 茄子视频 with the student’s Banner ID number and telephone number on the check)
  • Accepted: Personal Checks, Travelers Checks, Cashier's Checks, and Money Orders payable to Valdosta State
  • Not Accepted: Counter or Starter Checks, 3rd-Party Checks, and Credit Card Checks
• Third Party Contracts
• Authorized Financial Aid  View the Online Student Account Center to ensure your anticipated aid is showing as a credit toward your balance.
• Nelnet Payment Option In partnership with Nelnet Business Solutions, VSU offers this payment option.  Learn specifics of the plan by visiting http://www.mycollegepaymentplan.com/vsu. If you have questions after reviewing the information, email your questions to studentaccounts@valdosta.edu.    

• Online—WebCheck or Credit/Debit Card through  (click here for instructions)
• In Person—Cash, Check, Cashier's Check or Money Order at the University Bursary (8 AM to 5 PM Monday-Friday)
• By Mail - Address to Cashier-Bursary, 茄子视频, 1500 N. Patterson Street, Valdosta, GA 31698 (Payment should be received by the fee payment deadline; please include student ID 870# and current phone number on the check or money order).

• The number of hours you are registered for and your residency status determine your tuition amount.
• Housing and meal plan charges, if applicable, must also be paid by the fee payment deadline.
• The Board of Regents approves tuition and fees each school year.
• Rates are usually effective each Fall, but are subject to change according to Board policy.
• You can use our fee schedules to help you determine what your tuition and fees will be each semester based on the number of registered hours.

• If you have any questions, please call the University Bursary at (229) 333-5725.

Follow Graduate School Policies

• Courses taken more than seven years prior to the semester of degree completion cannot be used to meet graduate degree requirements.
• No more than six semester hours of graduate courseworkmay be accepted by transfer from another institution to VSU.
• Graduate students are considered "full time" if they are enrolled in nine (9) or more graduate courses each semester.
• To receive a course waiver or to substitute an alternative course for a required course, you must complete a Request for Course Substitution/Waiver Form. This form, which must be signed by your advisor, department head, and dean, is available in the Registrar's Office; it is not available online.
• You may be admitted to VSU as a "regular" student (have met all entrance requirements), "irregular" student (all application requirements not yet submitted; therefore, you may not take more than nine hours of credit until the application is complete), or "probationary" student (failed to meet one or more of the requirements for admission; therefore, you must receive a GPA of 3.0 or higher after nine semester hours to be reclassified as a regular student). 

Review Academic Requirements

• Graduate students are required to be in good academic standing during their tenure here.
• A GPA of no less than 2.5 must be maintained at all times, and a GPA of 3.0 is required for graduation.
• No grade below a C will be credited toward a degree.
• Earning grades below “B” in graduate courses will result in the following consequences:
• Students may be dismissed from the Graduate School if they accumulate three or more academic deficiency points unless otherwise indicated by individual program policy. A grade of “C” (although it may be credited toward a degree) equals one deficiency point. A grade of “D,” “WF” or “F,” or “U” (none of which will be credited toward a degree) equals two deficiency points.
• Warning letters will be issued to students for each earned deficiency point until enough points are accumulated to warrant dismissal. Program-specific retention, dismissals, and readmissions policies are further outlined. 
• Students should work with their advisors and professors to avoid earning deficiency points (e.g., withdrawing from a class before receiving a failing grade). See 
• For more information on academic or other Graduate School policies, call or stop by our office, located on the third floor of Converse Hall on main campus, and refer to the

Academic Calendar

• Access the Registrar's Office academic calendar and other university calendars online.

Graduate Catalog

• Access a copy of the current Graduate Catalog  Students can also view

Thesis and Dissertation Guide

• For comprehensive information on procedures and formatting for your thesis or dissertation, access the Thesis and Dissertation Information page. Students should submit dissertation and thesis committee forms to the Graduate School at least three semesters before graduating, before writing begins! Dissertation committee forms are located in doctoral program handbooks. Committee members must have graduate faculty status and be approved by the Graduate School.

EDD Doctoral Handbook

• For comprehensive information on the Doctoral Program at VSU, stop by the College of Education, 136 Education Center, and pick up a Doctoral Program Handbook or access it online.

DPA Handbook

• For detailed information on the advanced program of study designed to suit the information and skill needs of professionals currently in the PA field, see the DPA handbook online or contact the Political Science Department at 229-333-5771 or the MPA/DPA Office at 229-293-6058.

Request for Assistance/How Can We Assist You Better?

• VSU's Graduate School staff wishes to see you succeed. We recognize this can be a challenging process and we pledge our support to you. If you encounter situations where you believe we could have served you better, we want you to let us know. Please send an email message to gradschool@valdosta.edu explaining the situation (what happened and when it happened) as well as recommendations on how we could have served you better. Please include your name, address, and telephone number so that we may respond to you.
• If you prefer, you can send a paper letter instead of an email message. Our address is as follows: The Graduate School; 茄子视频; 1500 N Patterson Street, Valdosta, GA 31698.

Campus Offices Quick Guide

What is considered "full-time" for a graduate student?
I attended Valdosta State as an undergraduate. Do I have to submit another medical form with my application to graduate school?
How many hours can I transfer to VSU from another institution?
How long do I have to complete my degree? Do my classes "expire?"
I should have transfer credit. When will that be processed?
How long are my transcripts and student records kept?

What is considered "full-time" for a graduate student?

A graduate student is considered full-time if they enroll in nine or more credit hours each semester. Half-time is five to eight credit hours per semester.

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I have attended 茄子视频 as an undergraduate student. Do I have to submit another medical form with my application to graduate school?

No. If you have attended 茄子视频 at any time in the past, you are exempt from resubmitting the medical form.

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How many hours can I transfer to VSU from another institution?

The advisor reviews official transcripts to determine course equivalence/similarity. If the advisor determines the course is an appropriate transfer course, they will send a course substitution form to the Graduate School for approval. The course substitution form specifies the course, hours, institution of origin, and how the course should be applied (e.g., as a general elective or as a course substitution for an existing course in the curriculum). Courses considered for transfer credit must: (1) be no more than 7 years of age, or more specifically, may not be over 7 years of age when the student completes the degree at VSU; (2) be earned at an institution that is regionally accredited; (3) be graduate-level courses; and (4) not exceed specific program limitations on total number of hours. All transfer requests are subject to approval by the Associate Provost of Graduate Studies and Research and deficiency points. The policy applies to the grades transferred.

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How long do I have to complete my degree? Do my classes "expire"?

There is a seven-year time limit on graduate credit. If you do not complete your degree in seven years, you may have to retake some classes that you took at the beginning of your graduate studies. For doctoral students, courses may not be older than 7 years at the time of admission to candidacy, at which point you have 5 years to complete your dissertation or final project. If you are an Ed.D. student, please consult with your advisor on how Admission to Candidacy affects your timeline.

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I should have transfer credit. When will that be processed?

Transfer credit is evaluated by your advisor after you are admitted. We must have official transcripts for transfer credit to be processed. If you think you should have transfer credit, please contact your advisor and see if they have received your transcript. If they have not, please ask them to contact the Graduate school for a copy. If your transcript was not submitted with your initial application (if you completed the credit as a transient student, for example), you will need to have an official copy of your transcript sent to the Graduate school. We will then forward it to your advisor and await their recommendation for your credit. When recommended and processed, the transfer credit will show up on your unofficial transcript in BannerWeb.

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How long are my transcripts and student records kept?

Applications and supporting documents for those who were denied admission, who were accepted but did not enroll, or who did not complete the application process are retained by the Graduate School for three years. Transcripts, test scores, and other documents submitted without applications are retained for one year. The Graduate School retains applications and supporting documents for seven years for students who have enrolled.

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