Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • No, the decision was already made to take the comprehensives. Each student chooses a particular Capstone experience - thesis, comprehensive exam, or project.  After choosing, they are required to follow through with their choice.  No exceptions.

     

  • No! There's no need.

  • No you cannot use CS 692 for an elective as it is a Capstone requirement.

  • No, it is required that all students complete the foundation courses prior to taking CS 692.

  • Yes, the WST is a university requirement for advancement to candidacy.  Advancement to candidacy is required for SC 692 registration.

  • No, the university policy is that all graduate students earn a grade of C or higher in all courses.  Students will need to retake any course in which a grade of C- was earned. Students cannot sign up for CS 692 if the foundation courses have not been passed with a grade of C or higher.

    According to our catalog, grades below C cannot be used to satisfy any requirement. You must retake the required course, and earn a "C" or better, before sigining up for CS 692.

     

  • No, just sign up, take the exams on scheduled dates, pass. It is recommended that you study the exam materials and see the instructor of the course if you have questions.

  • Exams will only be given on the dates shown in the class schedule. If you cannot attend the exams, you will need to take it in a later semester. All students must attend the exam session.  There are no makeup dates.