On this page, you can access many of the forms and documents needed to make your way through the academic programs of the GDR.
If you should have any questions, please contact wparrinello@drew.edu for assistance.
NOTE: New versions of all forms were uploaded in March 2011, allowing for electronic completion. Download and open the forms in Adobe Reader in order to fill out and electronically sign these documents. Check back soon for detailed electronic submission instructions.
Handbook and Regulations
- Regulations of the Graduate Division of Religion (updated 1/22/2010)
- GDR Student Guide (updated 3/31/2010)
General Forms / Coursework-Related
- Change of Advisor
- Tutorial Petition
- Incomplete Grade Request
- Petition to the Faculty
- Women’s Studies Form
- Women’s Studies Verification Card
- Cross-Registration Form for courses at Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York
- Honor Statement for Erasmus Online Summer Language Program
Comprehensive Examinations
- Comprehensive Examination Petition (revised 11/2012)
- Guidelines for Taking Comprehensive Examinations (including sample grading rubric)
- Comprehensive Examination Academic Integrity Statement (for use if consulting a proof-reader; updated 4/2010)
Dissertation and Prospectus
- Guidelines for Forming the Dissertation Committee and Preparing the Prospectus (revised 2/2012)
- Dissertation Committee Appointment Form (revised 2/2011)
- Dissertation Prospectus Form (revised 3/2012)
- Dissertation Guidelines (revised 2/2012)
- Sample Dissertation Pages
- ProQuest Dissertation Publishing Agreement

