• Table of Contents
• The Graduate School Handbook

• Graduate Education
• The Graduate School and the Administrative Board
• Graduate School Staff Directory
• Graduate Education References
• The Graduate School Calendar

• General Academic Requirements and Regulations
• Admission and Matriculation
• Eligibility
• Course Credit
• Registration
• Residence Credit
• Graduate Grading
• Assistantships and Fellowships
• Tuition and Other Charges
• Graduation
• Medical Issues
• Withdrawal from the University
• Policies and Procedures
• Students as Faculty
• Certificate Programs
• Dual Degree Programs

• Degree Requirements
• Master's Degree
• Doctor of Philosophy Degree

Medical Issues

Medical History Form

All new, transfer, and readmitted students (who have not attended UNC-Chapel Hill for the previous two years) must submit a completed immunization record and Medical History Form to Student Health Service to avoid registration cancellation.

Withdrawal from the University for Medical Reasons

A student who receives a medical withdrawal may be required to receive medical clearance before being readmitted. See Withdrawal from the University.

Parental Leave Policy

The UNC-Chapel Hill Graduate Student Parental Leave Policy is designed to assist a full-time graduate student who is the primary child-care provider immediately following the birth or adoption of a child. This policy will ensure the student's full-time, registered status and will facilitate their return to full participation in class work and, where applicable, research and teaching in a seamless manner. All matriculated, full-time graduate students are eligible to apply for this leave. A Parental Leave Application Form must be completed and submitted to the Graduate School at least eight weeks prior to the anticipated birth or adoption of the child.