The M.S. degree student is responsible for consulting with the adviser before each registration period. Prior to the first registration, the student and adviser will discuss the choice of courses for that semester and subsequent semesters. Prior to the end of the first semester, the student and adviser shall develop a Graduate Academic Plan for approval by the student’s committee. The Graduate Academic Plan (GAP) may be modified with approval of the committee during any registration or drop/add period. The plan will include alternative courses in case the student is unable to obtain his/her first choice.