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All forms requiring advisor signature or approval for processing must be received before 4 p.m by our office on the deadline for the specific form. Please consult the Academic Calendar for the appropriate deadlines.

Academic Forms and Procedures 

Add/Drop

Students may not add classes after the Add Deadline.

For extenuating circumstances, see your academic advisor to determine if you may be eligible to submit a Request to Late Add a Course. Students must qualify for college approval first, and the request will then be reviewed by the registrar's office. We cannot guarantee requests will be approved. Please make sure to include documentation or be prepared to discuss the extenuating circumstances.

Application for Readmission

1. Email your academic advisor and request the Readmit Application.
2. Complete the Readmit Application prior to the application deadline(s):
   1. Fall: July 15
   2. Spring: Dec. 1
   3. Summer: April 1 (includes Maymester, summer sessions one and two, and combined session)
3. Resolve any holds that you have on your account!

Note: International students are encouraged to apply at least 60 days prior to the deadlines provided above to allow enough time for processing any visa paperwork within home country.

Change of Major (VPA to VPA)

1. Speak to your academic advisor about the implications of changing your major. Please keep in mind that changing your major could extend your time here at VPA/Syracuse University.
2. Speak to the program coordinator or school/department chair of the new program. Be ready to prepare application materials (portfolio, questionnaire, audition, ect.).
3. Paperwork will follow conversations with your advisor and the program coordinator.

Declaration of a Second Major

When looking to add a second major, come prepared to meet with your academic advisor by reviewing the requirements on the Course Catalog. If you are unsure of what major you wish to add, refer to the academic offerings. All majors across campus are listed with links to direct you to the requirements.

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Declaration of Major Form 

Declaration of Minor

When looking to add a minor, come prepared to meet with your academic advisor by reviewing the requirements on the Course Catalog. If you are unsure of what minor you wish to add, refer to the academic offerings. All minors across campus are listed with links to direct you to the requirements.

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Declaration of Minor Form

Grading Option - Pass/Fail

1. Log into MySlice > eForms
2. Find the P/F grading option and start your submission. No pdf or paper forms will be processed.
3. Once the eForm is submitted, your advisor will review and approve, or get back to you if they have any questions.
4. Keep in mind that courses required for a major or minor will not be approved. Studio electives cannot be taken P/F.

Internship Proposal Agreement

1. A faculty sponsor is required, and a part-time or adjunct faculty will not count. You must identify a faculty sponsor first.
2. Digitally fill out one copy and speak with your internship site supervisor. Then meet with your faculty sponsor.
3. Send to your academic advisor for review. We will take care of getting the school/department chair and sending for processing.

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Internship Proposal/Agreement Form

Leave of Absence/University Withdraw

To initiate a request for a leave of absence or withdrawal from the university, contact your academic advisor directly or by emailing VPAOSA@syr.edu.

Music Major and Non-Music Major Lesson Forms

1. Lesson Form for Music Majors
2. Lesson Form for Non-Music Majors

Petition to Faculty

1. Speak to your academic advisor about how your petition needs to be completed (there are many ways to complete this form).
2. Digitally fill out one copy of the form and send it to your academic advisor for review. We will work with you on the next steps.

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• Course Substitution
• Level Exception (undergraduate taking graduate level course or graduate taking undergraduate level course)
• Credit Overload

Petition to Faculty Form

Proposal for Independent Study/Experience Credit

1. Digitally fill out one copy and complete with your faculty sponsor. A full-time faculty member is required; a part-time or adjunct faculty will not count. Make sure your faculty sponsor signs!
2. Send to your academic advisor for review.

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