Typical Timeline

Year 1

Full Standing

• Required Coursework
• Laboratory Rotations
• Written Qualifying Exam on Coursework (June of 1st year)
• Select Advisor

Year 2

Advanced Standing

• Begin Thesis Work
• Required Coursework
• Electives
• Finalize Thesis Proposal

Year 3

Candidacy

• Finish Coursework, if needed
• Oral Qualifying Exam (August)
• Dissertation Research

Year 4 and Onward

PhD and Onward!

• Dissertation Research
• Written Defense
• Oral Defense