About the RCR
RCR General Information
The Responsible Conduct for Research (RCR) course is required for all new master's and doctoral graduate students (those enrolled in a graduate certificate program are exempt). The RCR course is comprised of several modules with a short quiz at the end of each module. You must complete the course with a 70% or higher to pass.
You have until the last day of the semester to complete the course. If you fail to complete the course before the deadline, a hold will be placed on your account until the course is completed. No fee or credit hours are associated with this course.
2025-26 Deadlines:
- Summer I: July 1, 2026
- Summer II: August 21, 2026
2026-27 Deadlines:
- Fall: December 19, 2026
- Spring: May 1, 2027
- Summer I: June 30, 2027
- Summer II: August 20, 2027
Students enrolled in a certificate program and students who have already taken this course for another degree are not required to complete the requirement.
Follow these directions to set up your CITI account. There is no need to send us a copy of your certificate. The RCR requirement will automatically drop off of your account.
Questions please email: @email