STEM / applied
Qualifying exam prep · Graduate · Engineering
Topics
Discipline-specific modules
- Mechanical: thermo, fluids, solids, dynamics review
- Electrical: circuits, fields, signals, and systems review
- Civil: structures, geotech, transportation, environmental
- Chemical: transport, thermo, kinetics, and reactor design
- Biomedical: physiology, biomechanics, and instrumentation
- Materials: structure, properties, and processing review
- Computer science crossover topics as required by program
- Open-book versus closed-book strategy differences
- Calculator and reference sheet policies
- Mock oral exams with faculty or senior students
Post-exam and research transition
- Analyzing missed problems for gap closure
- Retake policies and timeline planning
- Transition from coursework to dissertation research
- Selecting advisor and committee after quals
- Grant and fellowship application timing
- Teaching assistantship balance during prep
- International student visa and enrollment considerations
- Department seminar participation during prep year
- Building confidence after unsuccessful first attempt
- Celebrating milestones and peer support networks
Pricing
Graduate-level rates are set on consultation. See the pricing page for K–12 and undergraduate rates.