JAstrophys Posted January 11, 2023 Share Posted January 11, 2023 Hi all, I'm a second year physics PhD student (in the USA) and I'm about to retake the qualification exams (failed my first time last year). I've actually decided a few months ago that I do not wish to continue on with the PhD after I finish the Masters part of the program. I am eligible for the MS at the end of this coming spring semester, but the qual is being administered this month. My question is, do I retake the quals (even though admittedly I have not been preparing as I should have (probably because I know I will not carry on to PhD) ) or would it be best to avoid failing the qual a second time and just talk to the programs advisor and communicate my interest in leaving the program after completion of the MS? Any insight is appreciated! Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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