Appropriate Program Progression

All graduate programs have an optimal order of courses, as displayed in the Graduate Catalog and on a student's Academic Plan. The order of courses has been designed to help students build their knowledge and skills through the program content. If a student is not sure of the best course to take next, they should reach out to Academic Advising.

The standard master's degree course progression follows a typical order:

• First Required Course as designated by each program
• Core courses
• Major and/or Concentration courses
• Electives
• Final Program Requirement, dependent on academic plan: Comprehensive Exam, Capstone Course or Practicum Course