Qualifying for doctoral candidacy is a multi-faceted process. Required core area courses (which include comprehensive examinations) are an integral part of your the qualifying process, as is the other coursework you have completed, your annual student review, and any requirements your area of specialization may have.
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All doctoral students must register for two semesters of EDP 395R ( Qualifying Process Research) before the end of the semester in which they go through the qualifying process. Summer registration is contingent on approval of the qualifying process adviser and the adviser’s ability to supervise the student’s work during the summer.
Students must have successfully completed at least five 5 of the six 6 required foundation courses during the semester semester prior to the one in semester in which they go through the qualifying process. With supervisor permission, the sixth 6th foundation course may be completed during the same semester the student is going through the qualifying process. Careful planning is required to get these courses completed on time, and it is recommended these courses be taken as soon as possible (summer offerings are not guaranteed).
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