Standard syllabus
Qualifying exam prep · Graduate · CS / Programming
Topics
Core areas review
- Algorithms: classic problems, reductions, and proof patterns
- Systems: OS, architecture, networking integrated questions
- Theory: automata, complexity, computability refresher
- Programming languages and compilers (survey per department)
- Linear algebra and probability for CS quals
Exam strategy
- Timed problem sets mirroring past qual formats
- Identifying weak areas from diagnostic exams
- Writing clear proof sketches under time pressure
- Oral exam preparation and whiteboard practice
- Department-specific rubrics and pass rates context
Pricing
Graduate-level rates are set on consultation. See the pricing page for K–12 and undergraduate rates.