SPD's Coronavirus Updates | School of Professional Development

COVID-19 Information

Frequently Asked Questions for SPD Students

The following FAQs relate to the School of Professional Development’s operations only. For complete information about the University’s response to the COVID-19 crisis, including the most up-to-date communications and resources, please visit the University’s Coronavirus Information website.

SPD Operations

The School of Professional Development’s on-campus offices are not open to walk-in students , but we are still here to help you. Our staff is available on weekdays from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm to respond to emails, return phone calls, and process necessary documentation.
To ensure the fastest response and assistance with general inquiries, e-mail is best. Please contact the SPD team by emailing spd@stonybrook.edu.
- If you would like to speak directly with us via telephone, be sure to include your telephone contact information so that we can return your call.
- If you are a Stony Brook student, be sure to include your SOLAR ID# and the name of your program in your email.
Almost every form you need is available online:
- SPD's Forms
- D-TALE's Forms
Please return all forms via email to the address noted on the form. Forms requiring multiple signatures should include the required individuals or departments in the CC line of the email.

CLASSES/ACADEMICS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS

While the majority of our courses are offered online, certain programs are scheduling courses on-campus. Please review the course schedules and if you have any questions about scheduling modalities, please contact your program staff.
SPD’s grading policy remains unchanged. We will not be shifting to G/P/NC, S/U or P/F grading in courses that carry a letter grade. If you are unclear about grading, please consult your instructor.

In rare circumstances, graduate non-matriculated students enrolled in Fall 2020 undergraduate courses may petition (contact spd@stonybrook.edu) for an exception to this policy. Please note: Very careful consideration should be given to making this request as o nce the option is selected, the G/P/N/C grade cannot revert back to a letter grade.

SPD's Grading System can be found beginning on page 36 of the SPD Bulletin. Here is the relevant excerpt as it relates to approved grades:

The following grading system will be used for graduate students: A (4.0), A- (3.67), B+ (3.33), B (3.00), B- (2.67), C+ (2.33), C (2.00), C-(1.67), F (0.00). Graded/Pass/No Credit (G/P/NC) and grades of D are not approved grades for graduate students.

Admissions

Please have your transcripts sent electronically from the issuing institution to spd_transcripts@stonybrook.edu .

Unofficial transcripts and degree verifications/diplomas will be accepted for those students who are unable to obtain a copy of their official transcript or degree verification. A one-semester "hold" will be placed on your record that will prevent you from enrolling AFTER the Spring 2021 term until you provide us with an official copy of your transcript.
We are currently accepting TOEFL, IELTS, and Duolingo. More information on English language proficiency and scoring requirements can be found in the SPD Bulletin .

NON-CREDIT COURSES/WORKSHOPS

Yes, but it will either be offered online instead of in-person, or they will be rescheduled for the summer. We will notify all registrants of any schedule or format changes in addition to updating our website.