Graduation Processes Specific to Graduate Programs

Students applying for graduation from a graduate program at Presentation College have several additional requirements. These requirements take significant time and should be discussed with the student's graduate academic advisor (and graduate committee/research advisor as appropriate) from the earliest stages of the student's graduate work. 

Thesis or Non-Thesis Project and Oral/Written Comprehensive Examinations: Graduate students are required to complete either a thesis or a non-thesis project as part of their degree requirements. Each division/program offering a graduate degree may have specific guidelines as to which of these two summative works would be appropriate for a program and students may consult with their graduate academic advisor as to which of these two summative works may best fit their individual goals.

• Track #1: Thesis Plan: Thesis work allows the student to gain valuable research and publication experience while increasing the scholarly activity and productivity of involved faculty. Students wishing to pursue doctoral education, and particularly those wishing to work in academic settings, may desire to consider a thesis track.
• Track #2: Capstone Project Plan: A capstone project is defined as a summative work that involves basic research methodologies without undue statistical analysis and may or may not proceed to publication. Capstone projects are conducted within the confines of an established course or series of courses within a program.