Program of Study Committee

What is POSC?

A POSC is the Program of Study Committee. The POSC is responsible for approving the student’s Program of Study (POS) and reviewing student progress. Your POSC will assist in guiding and evaluating progress through the graduate program. The POS is developed with your POSC and used to assure that all programs and college requirements are met.

When and How Should I Form My POSC?

WHEN: The POSC is typically established during the second semester of your program. Master’s students must submit their POSC form and have it approved by the Graduate College no later than the semester prior to graduation.

HOW: Since this is a coursework-only graduate program, your POSC will only be made up by your major professor. You will be assigned to one of the EdTech faculty members, who will serve as your major professor on your POSC. No other committee members are required.

Where Do I Submit My POSC?

Submitting the POSC form serves as a contract between the student and the Graduate College indicating the minimum coursework that must be completed for a degree. Your POSC form must be approved by the Graduate College and should be completed in consultation with your POSC. A POSC worksheet is available to assist you in preparation for submitting your POSC form.

Your POSC form is submitted online through AccessPlus. To access the POSC form, go to the “Student” tab and then choose “Graduate Student Status.” For more information about the POSC, check the School of Education Graduate Program Handbook.