Except for graduate programs approved as "online" programs, graduate students are expected to be present on campus for in-person participation in coursework, research, professional development, community-building, and departmental events. The primary purpose of residence requirements is to encourage the educational and professional development of individuals seeking advanced degrees. The opportunity for the student to associate with the faculty and other students in the University community, to utilize the facilities on the campus, and to take advantage of a wide variety of cultural opportunities justifies a relatively extended campus stay. In addition, the University must be in a position to oversee the development of the candidate, especially during the formal preparation for the General Examination.
The student must be in residence at the University of Oklahoma and engaged in course work or research activities prescribed by the Program for at least two regular semesters per calendar year. Exceptions are made for degrees with State Regents' approval for delivery by distance education.
