Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get the Candidacy form?
You may obtain the Candidacy form from the GAPE forms site.
Here is an example of a correctly filled out Candidacy Form. [pdf]
Where can I get the Course Substitution form?
You can obtain the course substitution form from the GAPE forms site.
What is the Tentative Future Course Offering?
How do I start my ME295A/299 Project?
Visit our Projects and Thesis page to learn more.
What is the grading system and what is a passing grade for the ME 295A/B and ME 299 courses?
ME 295A/B and ME 299 are graded on a letter grade scale (ie, A-F). A passing grade for ME 295A/B and ME 299 is at minimum a "C".
How do I register for ME 1290R?
All graduate students are required to maintain continuous enrollment until degree completion. For detailed information on the 1290R policy, please review the Graduate Policies and Procedures.
Registration Process: 1290R Enrollment Appointments are set by the Registrar's Office and are viewed after the Add Deadline in the corresponding semester.
Students are encouraged to add the course as soon as their appointments are available. No permission or add code is needed.
Do I need advising every semester in order to register for classes?
Currently, there is no mandatory advising requirement for enrolling in courses unless you are on probation. To learn more, visit our Graduate Advising page.
Who is my program advisor?
The graduate advisor for all graduate students is Dr. Raghu Agarwal.
I have received a notice of being placed on probation, what should I do?
Probation is a warning that you can be disqualified from the program. It's a serious matter. Once you are on probation, you must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or better in the subsequent semesters, otherwise you would be disqualified from the program. Discuss your options with the graduate advisor.
I have received a notice of being disqualified what should I do?
Disqualification means losing your admission status and must reapply for re-admission. However, before you can apply, you need to get reinstated. See the university process for reinstatement.
I have completed most of the courses; what forms do I need to submit for graduation?
You need to file the Candidacy form, which has to be approved by the Graduate Advisor. You also need to apply for graduation online. You can learn more about this process on the website of the Office of the Registrar.
Are all your graduate course offered in the evenings?
Yes, all the graduate course are scheduled to start at 4:30 PM and after.
What is Culminating Experience?
Culminating Experience Form is required by the university to show that you have met the necessary skills to obtain an MSME degree. The form is processed by the graduate advisor after you have passed the Project or Thesis course successfully and your final report has been approved by your graduate committee.
What are the minimum passing grades for a graduate ME course and also for the Graduate project course?
The minimum passing grade for all the ME graduate courses is a C or better. A C- is
a failing grade.
