# Policies & Handbooks ## expand\_more ## HSDM Student Handbook The **HSDM Student Handbook** is your go-to resource for essential information on the DMD and Advanced Graduate Education programs, School and University policies, student life, and more. Key topics include: - Attendance policies - Registration requirements - Policies on promotion and probation - Observance of religious holidays - Time-off and vacation policies - Student rights and responsibilities - Campus use rules [**Access the HSDM Student Handbook**](/sites/g/files/omnuum6001/files/2025-10/HSDM_Handbook%20and%20Appendices_10.10.25_0.pdf "Student Handbook") --- ## HSDM Technical Standards Admission to the Harvard School of Dental Medicine complies with **Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973** and the **Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)**. Applicants and students are expected to meet **HSDM Technical Standards** to ensure their ability to fully participate in and complete the program. Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities are available, provided they do not: - Alter fundamental program requirements. - Pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others. - Create an undue burden. - Compromise the program's academic integrity. Students seeking accommodations should contact the **Office of Disability Services**: - **Phone:** 617-432-9198 - **Email:** [**View HSDM’s technical standards** ](/technical-standards "Technical Standards") --- ## Research Guidebooks The **Office of Research** provides comprehensive guidebooks outlining student research requirements. These resources are tailored to specific programs: - [**DMD Research Guidebook**](/node/1594141/#DMD-research-guidebook) - [**MMSc Research Guidebook**](/node/1594141/#MMSc-Research-Guidebook) - [**DMSc Research Guidebook**](/node/1594141/#DMSc_Reseach_Guidebook) For detailed information, please refer to the guidebook relevant to your program. [**Explore Research Guidebooks** ](/student-research-resources "Student Research Resources") --- ## HSDM Student Organization Handbook The **Student Organization Handbook** serves as a vital resource for students looking to start, manage, or participate in student organizations. It includes guidelines for: - Forming and maintaining student organizations. - Planning events and activities. - Accessing funding and resources. - Ensuring compliance with HSDM policies. This handbook empowers students to contribute meaningfully to campus life while fostering leadership and collaboration. [**Access the Student Organization Handbook**](/node/1594661/#studentorgmanual) ###