PhD Handbook
FAQ
Do I have to register in the semester or summer after I've completed my dissertation?
According to the Office of Graduate Studies, if a student's dissertation is approved by the Thesis Clerk before the last day to add a course in the subsequent semester or summer, he/she does not need to register for classes that semester.
Do I have to enroll in both summer sessions?
The college requirement for in-residence summer enrollment is six hours. If you are on the payroll (e.g., receive an assistantship or fellowship), you must enroll either for 3 hours in both summer sessions or for 6 hours in the 10-week period. However, if you receive no funding, you can enroll for 6 hours for summer I, summer II, 10-week, or any combination.
If I'm on assistantship, can I enroll in a 3-hour course for SSI and a 3-hour 691 for the 10-week session?
Yes.
Can I have my exam/defense between semesters?
Yes, provided your full advisory committee is in agreement.
How will I know if my exam schedule has been approved?
For preliminary examinations, your chair will be sent an approved copy of the exam request. OGS does not send out forms for preliminary exams. Your chair should send a memo to OGS no later than ten working days after the oral portion of the exam stating the results of the exam. For final examinations, your chair will be mailed the form to be signed by your AC.
What forms do I have to submit to schedule my exam/defense?
There is not a form for scheduling your exam/defense. A memo from your chair requesting that you be allowed to schedule your exam/defense is required.
May I submit a petition at the same time I submit my preliminary exam or final defense schedule?
Yes, but you should allow extra processing time — 15 working days instead of 10.
last update: July 17, 2000
