The M.S. program requires
a minimum of two semesters in residence. At least 30 semester
hours of graduate credit, which may include six credits for a
thesis, must be satisfactorily completed to obtain the degree.
The candidate for the Ph.D. must spend a minimum of three years
in full-time study and research beyond the bachelor's degree,
display proficiency and high attainment in scholarly endeavor
and independent investigation, pass written Ph.D. qualifying
exam, pass both an oral and a written admission-to-candidacy
examination, and
present
a dissertation
and successfully defend it in an oral
examination. All requirements are expected to be completed within
five years following completion
of residence requirements.
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