Post-Prospectus Procedures
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I fill out 🔗Prospectus rubric.docx and send it to Dr. Nick Sauers.

2

I fill out 🔗LOA Form Program ED Leadership.docx and submit it to Damien.

3

All committee members sign a 🔗Candidacy Recommendation Form.pdf and submit it to Damien Lawrence (dlawrence@gsu.edu).

4

You complete a 🔗Program of Study Form which will be signed by all committee members and sent to Aishah Cowan (🔗acowan@gsu.edu).

5

You submit 🔗IRB application to GSU as soon as possible.

  • Review the 🔗GSU IRB Manual
  • Remember to upload your prospectus manuscript as "Research protocol" as part of your IRB application.
  • You must use the 🔗GSU's informed consent form. Do NOT create your own version.
  • As you complete GSU IRB application, in the dropdown menu, choose different categories to upload recruitment materials (e.g., email invitation), informed consent, data collection instruments (e.g., interview protocols and questions, survey instruments, recruitment flyers, and social media posts).
6

Submit IRB application to your school district or employer, if applicable.

7

Dissertation credit hours: You must apply to graduate two semesters prior to the final semester. For example, if you plan to graduate in the Spring, you should apply in the Summer prior to graduation. Students who meet eligibility requirements complete the online application and pay the non-refundable graduation fee by logging into PAWS. Once the Apply to Graduate button on the student dashboard is selected, step-by-step instructions will be provided regarding the application process.