The Comprehensive Exam tests knowledge of graduate-level mathematics. The purpose is to ensure that each student has the necessary knowledge to conduct research in his or her area of concentration.

In addition to History 600 (Proseminar), all Ph.D. students are required to take either History 781 (Historiography: The Americas), History 783 (Historiography), or History 785 (U.S. Historiography) ...

The Preliminary Examination is a means to engage the PhD student in the development of the proposed research direction early in the PhD program. It is normally the first meeting of the full ...

A mechanical engineering PhD degree requires depth of knowledge in the dissertation/research area, as well as breadth of knowledge across the mechanical engineering curriculum. Consequently, the ...

Before admission to candidacy for the doctoral degree, students must pass a comprehensive examination. The exam is subject to the basic requirements of the Graduate School but also the specific ...