Final Evaluation

Final evaluation procedures and requirements are specified in the sections describing each program. Programs requiring comprehensive examinations ordinarily offer these examinations toward the end of the spring, summer and fall semesters. Students should consult the semester course schedule for examination dates. Students must register for the exams unless otherwise specified in the sections describing the programs. Students must either have completed all course work or be registered for their final credits in order to register for comprehensive examinations, the comprehensive seminar or the final directed research project. Registration for these experiences must be completed by the stated deadlines published in the semester course brochure. Should a student be unsuccessful in passing a comprehensive examination, he/she may retake that examination only once, and the second attempt cannot be made within the same semester as the first. The consequence of a second failure of the comprehensive examination is dismissal from the program and inability to earn a master’s degree in the program for which the examination is a requirement.

Students must apply for graduation from their master’s degree or certificate of advanced study by filing an application with the Registrar’s Office. Applications should be submitted the semester prior to degree completion according to the date printed in the semester brochure. Applications should be picked up and completed in the Registrar’s Office. Applications should indicate the means of final evaluation. Students’ advisors will review the records and qualifications for graduation during students’ final semesters. The Registrar will review records and qualifications for graduation and inform applicants of their status.