Qualifying Examination

6 credit hours · Graduate

The Qualifying Examination will assess students’ ability to synthesize information across fields, the potential to contribute to original research in their fields, and whether the student is ready to begin writing the dissertation. The student must demonstrate appropriate breadth of knowledge and show an understanding of the applications of science to real-world problems in their area. The student is expected to complete the Examination within seven semesters from the beginning of the program.