Proposal Overview
If your unit is interested in proposing a new self-supporting graduate professional degree program (SSGPDP), please review the process and resources below before proceeding.
Please contact Senior Analyst for SSGPDPs Hannah Bloom ([email protected]) if you have any questions. Hannah will reach out to you after you submit the Intent to Propose a New Degree survey.
| Phase 1 | Phase 2 | Phase 3 | Phase 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Submit “Intent to Propose a New Degree” survey when ready to proceed with proposal development and review | Graduate Division will follow up to assist with next steps, including reviewing proposal drafts and a timeline | Once ready, the proposal will be forwarded to the Berkeley Division of the Academic Senate and then the Office of the Vice Provost for Academic Planning for review and approval | Once approved by the campus, the proposal is forwarded to the Coordinating Committee on Graduate Affairs and UCOP for final review and approval |
Proposal Process Details
Contact Information
| Contact | For Assistance With | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Division – Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs | Proposal guidance | Jeret Lemontt ([email protected]) |
| Graduate Division – Policies and Programs Senior Analyst | Proposal guidance | Hannah Bloom ([email protected]) |
| Financial Planning & Analysis – Budget and Financial Operations Team | Determining your program’s financial viability and how to complete the required budget spreadsheet | Aaron Smyth ([email protected]) |
| New Academic Ventures (NAV-B) | Commissioning a market study to demonstrate sufficient student demand (can take 3 – 6 months) | Chris Stawski ([email protected]) |
| Academic Senate – Associate Director | Any questions about the process after the proposal goes to the Graduate Council | Sumei Quiggle ([email protected]) |
| Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education / Accreditation Liaison Officer | WSCUC screening form | Catherine Cronquist Browning ([email protected]) |