Washington University has various policies and procedures which are important to the life of the community and to each individual community member.
Our student body and our programs of study are both very diverse. The ways in which we interact with each other, with the university community both in and out of the classroom, and with the greater communities around us are equally varied. Understanding that context and the respect it demands of us is the foundation to our integrity and our strength. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the rights, responsibilities, procedures and related information outlined in the key policies linked below. Policies may be amended as necessary throughout the year.
Student Records & Academic Integrity
- Academic Integrity and Other Policies for PhD Students
- Academic Integrity in the Office of the Provost
- Educational Rights and Privacy (FERPA)
- Graduate Business Student Code of Professional Conduct and MBA Honor Code
- Policies and Procedures for Students in the School of Medicine
- The Brown School Student Handbook
- The School of Law Honor Code
- Undergraduate Student Academic Integrity Policy
- University Student Conduct Code
University Community
- Non-Discrimination Statement
- Policy on Discrimination and Harassment
- Consensual Relationships
- University Sexual Harassment Investigation Board
- Demonstrations & Disruption Policy
- Drug & Alcohol Policy
- Tobacco-Free Policy
- Controlled Substances Uses and Effects
- Federal Trafficking Penalties
- WU Ombudspersons
- Student Title IX Grievance Process
- Student Gender Equity Grievance Process
- Student Consumer Information
School Registration Policies
Students should contact the student services area in their school or program office for specific registration procedures and information.
Additional University Policies
Read additional policies, procedures and guidelines available to assist university students, faculty and administrators and members of the general public.