Qualifying Exams

[amethyst23]

(I posted this under "coursework, advising, and exams" but didn't get a lot of responses...)

I was wondering if anyone would be willing to share their experience with the Qualifying Exam. I understand that QE logistics can vary across programs but I'm just looking to get a general sense of what I should anticipate. Thanks to anyone who shares.  

Edited May 24, 2016 by amethyst23

[fuzzylogician]

The reason you didn't get a lot of responses is precisely the fact that the qualifying exam procedure can vary greatly from program to program (and in the case of your prior post, of course there will also be substantial differences across fields!). It's hard to tell you something that we know will be helpful. Here are some older discussions that may be relevant: