However, all grades received in approved prerequisite course work will be figured in determining GPA levels for both scholarship continuance and eligibility to continue in a given program. A comprehensive examination and participation in two semester Institutes. MFA Exhibition, with appropriate documentation. Oral examination by the full graduate faculty. Examination of the student's work and knowledge after the completion of 9 - 15 credit hours.
Candidacy is granted after a successful examination.
If failed, the examination can be repeated only once and within the period of one semester. Thesis Exhibition, with proper documentation. Comprehensive examination, as specified by the individual programs. Fulfillment of the foreign language requirement. Accepted languages are usually Latin, Greek, French, or German.