Graduate Doctoral Qualifying Examinations Policy

  • Keywords: Qualifying Exams, Doctoral
  • Policy Number: KC-ACA-3781
  • Originally Issued: Prior to 2010
  • Revised: Spring 2019
  • Effective Catalog Cycle: AY 19-20
  • Approved by: Graduate Council, SGS Dean, Provost
  • Executive Sponsor: Provost
  • Responsible Office: Academic unit, Registration and Records

Policy Statement

The qualifying examination, if required, will be given before the doctoral program of study is filed with the Registrar. At the discretion of the program or unit, a master’s degree from UMKC in the area of intended specialization may be considered as a substitute for the qualifying examination. The results of the qualifying examination will be reported to the School of Graduate Studies and the Registrar. With approval of the advisor, students may take the qualifying examination a second time.

Reason for Policy

This policy was developed to support student academic success and to provide consistent, quality delivery of academic programs and services.

Who Should Read this Policy?

All faculty; Academic advisors; Registrar’s office personnel. All doctoral students.

Instructions, Procedures and Related Information

Contacts

UMKC School of Graduate Studies: https://sgs.umkc.edu/

UMKC Registrar’s Office: Website: http://www.umkc.edu/registrar/default.asp

Physical Location: 115 Administrative Center, 5115 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO 64110

Mailing Address: 5100 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, MO 64110-2499;

Phone: 816-235-1125; Fax: 816-235-5513; Email: registrar@umkc.edu

UMKC Office of the Provost: http://www.umkc.edu/provost/

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History & Updates

Appendices

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