Qualifying Exams

The Department of Mathematics provides the following examinations for study purposes. Please consult the Graduate Student Handbook for the most current passing requirements. As of Fall 2004, changes to the Qualifying Exam System have taken effect. Please see the current rules.

Please mail Nancy Eberle (eberle@math.purdue.edu)for more information.

Qualifying Exams Archive

Exams not listed here are not available through this system.

Required Exams

  • Math 544 Real Analysis
  • Math 553 Abstract Algebra

Additional Exams

  • Math 530 Complex Variables
  • Math 554 Linear Algebra
  • Math 562 Differential Geometry
  • Math 519 Probability
  • Math 523 Partial Differential Equations
  • Math 571 Topology
  • Math 585 Logic
  • CS 514 Numerical Analysis
    This examination is administered by Computer Science Department. Old examinations are not available at this site.