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Registration
After admission, you must claim your network ID so you can register for classes. Consult with your academic advisor to determine a plan of courses to take. Email gradregistration@siu.edu for assistance with registration, withdrawal, 601 continuing enrollment, Illinois residency, and course loads.
Records
The Graduate School records office is where you can find program requirements for graduation, retention, admission to candidacy, research papers, transfer credit, withdrawal information, leave of absence, and 601 continuing enrollment. Email johnprussell@siu.edu for assistance.
Financial Assistance
There are many ways to make SIU graduate education more affordable. Find out more about the different ways to seek financial assistance.
Thesis, Dissertation, Research Paper, Capstone Report
Our graduate programs require students to complete either a thesis, dissertation, research paper, or capstone report. View the guidelines and process for each of these.
Graduation
Ready to celebrate your achievements? Even if you’re not attending the ceremony, graduating students need to apply for graduation by the end of the fourth week for Fall / Spring semesters and the second week for the Summer term.
Campus Resources
Sometimes you aren’t sure who to call or what services are available to meet your needs. The Student Resources link below takes you to a comprehensive list, collected especially for students, and representing supportive services from all over campus and in the Carbondale community.