New Degree Program Intent Document and Process

The process for proposing new undergraduate and graduate degree programs was updated in August 2019 to help ensure that new programs ideas are vetted across the university before a full proposal is developed. 

In 2024, a market analysis was added as the first step, which includes a recommendation from Enrollment Management.

All new degree program ideas are required to follow the process. Examples of degree programs are BS, BFA, MS, MFA, MBA, and Ph.D.

Please note that certificate and advanced certificate programs are exempt from the Intent Document process.

The next submission deadline for new Intent Documents (and resubmissions) is February 15, 2025.

	New Degree Program Intent Document and Process Approved by Faculty Senate - January 2020 (update) In 2024, a market analysis was added as the first step
	Process Flowcharts New Submission   Resubmission of a "Low Priority" program for further consideration
	Download Template for Intent Document submissions
	Frequently Asked Questions
	Review NEW Intent Documents and provide feedback RIT Faculty/Staff login required
	Check Status of previously submitted Intent Documents RIT Faculty/Staff login required

IMPORTANT NOTE: New Degree Program Intent Documents and related materials must be received by the Provost and Sr Asst Provost and Asst VP for Academic Affairs prior to the February 15 (spring) and October 15 (fall) posting dates. (Exception: Ph.D. Intent Documents are on a rolling schedule. They can be submitted any time during the academic year and will be posted as soon as they are processed.)