Timeline for Completion ∼ Exam Schedule ∼ Upcoming Exam Dates
To qualify for the Ph.D. in Mathematics, students must pass two examinations: one in algebra and one in real analysis. The exams each consist of two parts. Students are given three hours for each part.
Topics Covered on the Exams:
Timeline for Completion
Students must pass both qualifying exams by the autumn of their second year. Ordinarily first-year students take courses in algebra and real analysis throughout the year to prepare them for the exams. The exams are then taken at the beginning of Spring Quarter. A student who does not pass one or more of the exams at that time is given a second chance in autumn.
Because some students have already taken graduate courses as undergraduates, incoming graduate students are allowed to take either or both of the exams in the autumn. If they pass any of the exams, they thereby fulfill the requirement in those subjects. However, they are in no way penalized for failing either of the exams.
Exam Schedule
Unless otherwise noted, the exams will be held each year according to the following schedule:
Autumn Quarter: The exams are held during the week prior to the first week of the quarter.
Spring Quarter: The exams are held during the first week of the quarter.
Algebra: Tuesday, 9:30am-12:30pm and 2:00-5:00pm
Real Analysis: Friday, 9:30am-12:30pm and 2:00-5:00pm
For the start date of the current or future years’ quarters please see the Academic Calendar
Upcoming Exam Dates
Autumn 2017
Algebra:
Date: Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Time: 9:30am-12:30pm and 2:00-5:00pm
Location: 381T
Real Analysis:
Date: Friday, September 22, 2017
Time: 9:30am-12:30pm and 2:00-5:00pm
Location: 381T
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