Each department describes the specifics of its degree candidacy process. The general evaluation is based on: 1) the student's performance in graduate study to date, 2) the results of a departmental examination, and 3) other criteria appropriate to the field as determined by the department.

If a student is unsuccessful in the initial attempt to earn degree candidacy, he/she may petition the department for a second evaluation. Prior to the second attempt the student must be advised of the areas in which performance was deficient and of any other factors that were considered in the denial of student's admission to degree candidacy.

The results of the candidacy evaluation will be forwarded to the Graduate Studies Office and the student will be advised of the results.

The final phase of the candidacy process is the development of a program of study for the remaining requirements in the degree program. This program of study should be developed in consultation with an adviser and copies filed in the department and the Graduate Studies Office.



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