This could delay your graduation. You need to apply for the degree. You must have an approved Program of Study on file with the Graduate School before you can apply for a degree. This should be completed during your first or second semester of graduate study. If you anticipate a possibility of completing degree requirements and graduating you need to apply for the degree by specified deadlines.
Deadlines are also available on the tabular summary.
You need prelim scheduling material. You must have an approved Program of Study on file with the Graduate School before you can schedule your preliminary exams. This should be done during your first or second semester of graduate study. If you have an approved program of study on file, and your committee agrees that you are ready to take your preliminary exams you will need to submit the scheduling form and meet certain deadlines. You need final exam information and deadlines.