Graduate student resources

We’re glad that you have chosen to pursue your graduate studies at one of the nation’s leading public research universities.

CSE graduate programs

At the University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering, our graduate programs are among the best in the nation — with top-ranked programs in science, engineering, and mathematics. You have a wide range of options to choose from. See the full list of CSE graduate programs.

Graduate student research

There are several ways to acquire a graduate student research assistantship at the University of Minnesota. Your department may offer you an assistantship as part of your admission and acceptance to a graduate degree program. In addition, there are other ways to find an assistantship:

Check department websites for internally posted positions. See the CSE department directory.
Visit the University employment system to search and apply for openings
Network with professors and departments.

With each posting, you will find complete application instructions. Learn more at the Graduate Assistant Employment Office.

Graduate Student Services and Progress Office

The Graduate Student Services and Progress (GSSP) Office is responsible for student academic matters, including monitoring student registration and degree progress, approving graduate degree plans, scheduling of examinations, accepting completed theses and dissertations, awarding of degrees, and maintaining permanent student records.

Information regarding all of the processes listed above, and the forms needed to complete them, are available at the GSSP website.

Graduate student commencement

The Arts, Sciences, and Engineering (ASE) Graduate Student Commencement Ceremony is held every spring for graduate students in the College of Science and Engineering and the College of Liberal Arts. Visit the ASE Graduate Student Commencement website for more information.

Additional Resources

Policies and Academic Resources

CSE graduate education policies and procedures
Center for Writing: Free writing instruction for all University of Minnesota students
Graduate Student Advising: Advising resources
International travel policy: Requirements for traveling abroad while on University business
One Stop: Information about registration, financial aid, tuition and billing, transcripts, etc.
University Libraries

Student Support

Disability Resource Center: Promotes access and equality for all students, faculty and staff
Gender and Sexuality Center for Queer and Trans Life: Provides support for the LGBTQIA community
Graduate student funding: University-wide fellowships and grants
International Student and Scholar Services: Serves the University’s international community
Student Conflict Resolution Center: Assists students in resolving campus-based problems and concerns
Student Counseling Services: Offers counseling and one-on-one academic skills development to help students succeed
Student Mental Health: Mental health and related resources at the University of Minnesota

Career Planning and Student Involvement

CSE Career Center: Career services for current students and alumni
Academic and Career Support: Workshops and resources for graduate students
Entrepreneurship Resources for Graduate Students
Graduate Student Community Organizations: Student organization for graduate students