Provost Graduate and Professional School Policies

WashU offers over 50 doctoral and 80 master’s and professional programs. Admission to these programs is school- and department-based. Inquiries regarding specific degree programs should be made to the appropriate department or school.

Privacy of Student Records (FERPA)

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects student educational record information.

Policy on Protections for VA Educational Benefit Users

WashU recognizes that students using U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) education benefits may encounter situations where payments to the institution and the individual are delayed through no fault of the student. This policy recognizes and makes appropriate allowances for students in such situations; it applies to all university schools and programs.

Military Absences, Refunds and Readmissions (PDF)

WashU recognizes that students serving in the U.S. Armed Forces and their Family Members may encounter situations where Military Service forces them to withdraw from a course of study, sometimes with little notice. This policy recognizes and makes appropriate allowances for students in such situations; it applies to all university schools and programs.

Medical Leave of Absence for Students

During your time at Washington University in St. Louis, you may experience life situations, medical conditions or psychological conditions that significantly impair your ability to function successfully or safely as a student. In these instances, time away from the university for treatment and recovery can often restore your functioning to a level that will enable you to participate fully in academic coursework and the university community.

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