Qualifying or Preliminary Examinations

All doctoral programs require some form of qualifying or preliminary examinations. It is the purpose of these examinations to evaluate the student's capability for advanced creative analysis and synthesis in the major specialization and related disciplines. The qualifying examination may not be taken earlier than the second semester of the second year of the student's graduate program. If language requirements exist, at least one language requirement must be completed prior to taking the qualifying examination. This examination will cover the major field, designated sub-fields and minor, if any. It must be written, or written and oral.

Only one re-examination will be permitted, and this only after such time interval and under such conditions of additional study as the advisory committee may decide. Each student should consult the departmental requirements provided in the course listings section for specific information regarding the type of examination, the fields to be covered and the expected completion date.





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