General Applicability. MASTER AGREEMENT INCLUDES: 1) Independent Study Agreement.Streamlining Master Agreements (MA) for IS students is a crucial step in ensuring Independent Study compliance while alleviating the burden on IS educators. SUNY is here to help you understand the process, navigate delays, and complete your FAFSA as you apply to any SUNY school. The first three characters identify the subject code, the next three or four digits. You should fill out the form only when you have engaged in federal lobbying activity. (Attendance is based on assignment completion for Independent Study). Apply to any SUNY college or university through one easy form.