MA forms and resources

Department-specific forms are completed by the student, then submitted to Patricia Jacobus in the Department of Sociology for processing. University e-forms are generally completed in Axess.

Forms for coterminal MA students

General department forms

General graduate degree forms and processes

Most University forms and processes can be found on the Student Services website, including:

  • Enrollment change petitions
  • Application for extension of candidacy or MA program
  • Graduation quarter petition
  • Leave of absence request
  • Permanently withdraw from degree program
  • Reinstatement application
  • Graduate residency transfer credit application

Information about Tuition Adjustments can be found on the Graduate Academic Policy website.

Resources

Below is a list of resources students may find helpful for a variety of circumstances that may arise. A valuable place to start for information is the School of Humanities and Sciences resources guide for students and postdocs, 

Academic resources

Academic Resources

Confidential resources
University resources
  • Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Education: Always a great place to start, the website provides links to most university-wide resources related to graduate study at Stanford.
  • Graduate Life Office: The place to turn for resources and help for the non-academic aspects of graduate student life. 750 Escondido Road, (650) 736-7078.
  • Haas Center for Public Service: Stanford University's most visible commitment to public and community service.
  • Graduate Community Center: Pick up campus maps, brochures, and handouts on Stanford resources, use the free computer, printer, copy machine, fax machine, and telephone for local calls. Graduate Community Center, 2nd floor, Bogota Room, (650) 723-5155
  • Office of Accessibility: The OAE provides a wide array of accommodations, support services, auxiliary aids and programs to remove barriers to full participation in the life of the University
  • Student Tech Resources: At Stanford, you’ll find plenty of technology resources and support available online and across campus.
Student life resources
  • Vaden Student Health Center: Serves the health needs of Stanford students and their spouses or domestic partners, including counseling and psychological services. 866 Campus Drive, (650) 498-2336; 24-hour crisis counseling  (650) 723-3785.
  • Graduate Student Council: Advocates for graduate causes, organizes social events, and funds student groups.
  • Student Organizations: Stanford’s hundreds of student organizations cover a myriad of interests.
  • Events at Stanford: Offers a comprehensive listing of Stanford events—from lectures to concerts.
  • Recreation and Wellness and Be Well @ Stanford: The department of Physical Education, Recreation, & Wellness offers classes and recreation facilities for all students.
  • Campus Eateries: Stanford campus offers over 30 dining options. A handy guide to locate them all.
  • Student Housing: For on-campus housing information.
  • Student Affairs Offices and Centers: A complete list of centers and resources for a culturally diverse student body, including resources for military-affiliated communities, first generation college students, Asian American students, African American students, Chicano and Latino students, Muslim and Arab students, Native American students, LGBT students and allies, and international students.
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