Graduate Student Handbook

Table of Contents

MSE Program Specific Information

1. Graduate Program Overview and Objectives
2. Department Structure
3. Keys, Desk, Computers, and Research Space Assignments
4. Forums, Colloquiums, and Other Conferences
5. Responsible Professional Conduct
6. Grades
7. Grievance Procedure
8. Safety
9. Absence Policy
10. Accommodation Policies for Americans with Disabilities

Financial Support

Advisors

1. Research and Coursework Advisors
2. Advisory Committee
3. Changing Advisors or Committee Members
4. Timely Written Feedback from Advisor

Degree Programs

Master of Science Program Requirements

1. Thesis Option
2. Timeline for Completion of MS-thesis Degree
3. Coursework Option
4. Timeline for Completion of Non-thesis MS Degree
5. Accelerated MS
6. Accelerated MS Timeline for Completion

Doctor of Philosophy

1. Degree Requirements
2. Residency
3. Qualifying Examination
4. Research Proposal Examination
5. Doctoral Dissertation and Final Oral Examination
6. Timeline for Completion