Microbiology Qualifying Exam Timetable

Due Date Task
Spring 2008 Round
February
Prepare abstract and send to three faculty members for approval
March 3
Submit approved abstract (both an electronic and paper copy) and signed approval form to Debbie Sirles
March 3 - 24
Prepare your research proposal
March 24
Submit an electronic copy of your proposal to Debbie Sirles
March 25 - April 14
Proposal review by proposition committee (three faculty)
April 17
Exam coordinators will inform you if your proposal has been approved
April 17
Schedule your oral defense with your committee members
April-May
Oral defense
Fall 2008 Round
August
Meeting with exam coordinators
September
Prepare abstract and send to three faculty members for approval
September 22
Submit approved abstract (both an electronic and paper copy)
and signed approval form to Debbie Sirles
September 22 - October 20
Prepare your research proposal
October 20
Submit an electronic copy of your proposal to Debbie Sirles
October - November
Proposal review by proposition committee (three faculty)
November
Exam coordinators will inform you if your proposal has been approved
November
Schedule your oral defense with your committee members
November - December
Oral defense

For more information contact:

Exam Coordinators:

Microbiology Program Manager

 

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Updated March 24, 2008