There is no language requirement for either degree, and while no minor is required, students are encouraged to take courses in one or more allied fields. Between the Masters and Ph.D. research work, students complete a doctoral qualifying exam or project which is supervised by the students doctoral committee and is tailored to the student's individual program. A detailed description of graduate program requirements is contained in the Graduate Student Handbook . All applicants are automatically considered for financial assistance. Support is guaranteed to students in the first year, and for the great majority, in the second year as well.
Every effort is made to find adequate means of support for all students in the graduate program.
Students who are accepted into the program will receive, at the time of acceptance, information regarding sources of support. The low cost of living is an attractive feature for potential graduate students. University-sponsored single and married student housing is available. In addition, students can choose from a wide variety of apartments and houses for rent near the university. Many students rent and share small houses.