Comprehensive Examination

Catalog description

A written comprehensive exam is one of the non-thesis methodologies for completion of the MS degree. Students will demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of the theories and foundation principles. This course will include a review of the main concepts of each of the core subjects and at the conclusion of the course the student will take a written examination and must receive a passing grade of at least 80 percent to be successful. Students will have one additional opportunity to pass this examination if their initial attempt results in a failing grade. (This course will be taken with not less than 16 hours of course work remaining to complete the program, completion of core courses, and the student should be currently enrolled in the program. Possess a GPA of 3.0 or higher; no outstanding incomplete grades, nor can the student be on academic/disciplinary probation)