Using the Program
Grad SIS is designed to allow for the electronic application to UCR's various graduate programs, and for the electronic processing of these applications. The instructions on using Grad SIS are organized by the different roles within the system. Please select the role you wish to learn about from the list below.
Important: Grad SIS uses multiple browser windows. You must disable your browser's pop-up blockers for this site in order to use the system properly.
For the ApplicantApplicants must create a unique identity within Grad SIS in order to apply to UCR graduate programs. This identity is tied to the e-mail address indicated by the applicant as his/her point of contact. More... |
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For the Departmental Graduate StaffGraduate Staff receive the applications into their Grad SIS queue, and complete the initial application review. Graduate staff may also make initial admission recommendations and financial offers, per department practice. More... |
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For the Faculty at LargeFaculty at Large can comment upon correspondence with the applicant while the application is in the department. Faculty at Large have access to all applicant information, including any documents attached during the applicant review process. More... |
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For the Admissions CommitteeThe Admissions Committee, if used, must make recommendations on applicant files. Each Admission Committee member has access to the notes and recommendations input by the other members of the Admissions Committee more... |
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For the Graduate AdvisorThe Graduate Advisor reviews the file, and makes/reviews the admission recommendation and financial offer. The Graduate Advisor is also the only role with the ability to forward the file on to the Graduate Division. More... |
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For the Graduate Division StaffThe Graduate Division Staff conduct a review of the files passed to them from individual departments. They make a final admissions decision, review and modify the financial offer if necessary, and extend admission to successful applicants. More... |
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Technical ConsiderationsGrad SIS makes extensive use of JavaScript. It is recommended that the user have the latest browser installed on the computer on which the Application for Graduate Studies is completed. More... |
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