Application to UM geosciences program

3 months before starting term

Acceptance by advisor

2 months before starting term

Meet with advisor to develop curriculum

1 week before starting term

Meet with committee to review curriculum

At beginning of each semester

Comprehensive exam

4th term

Submission of dissertation draft

6th term (min.) – 12th term (max.)

Completion of 60 graduate credits

6th term (min.)-14th term (max.)

Dissertation defense

6th term (min.)-14th term (max.)