Master's Degree in Passing
Students enrolled in a PhD program are allowed to apply for a master's degree within that program if they have satisfied all the requirements for the particular master's degree and if that program allows for a master’s in passing.
Students are limited to only one master's degree in passing.
A thesis may be required for the master’s in passing. Students should check with their department for requirements.
Students may not apply for a master's degree in passing if they already hold a master's degree from the university, unless there is no overlap (double counting) in the terms used to fulfill the in-person residency requirements for the two degrees.
If a student leaves a PhD program, they can request a terminal master’s degree if they have fulfilled all the requirements for the particular master’s degree.