Qualifying exam: A written exam which qualifies a student to continue toward the degree.
Preliminary exam: A written/oral exam that must be passed by doctoral candidates before carrying out the doctoral dissertation research.
Comprehensive exam: A final written/oral exam which must be passed in order for a degree to be awarded.
Internship: A structured program of practical experience for students who have completed all or most of their course work, inside a company, government office, or consulting firm. The internship is supervised, typically by a staff I-O psychologist who appraises the intern's performance and provides feedback and coaching.
Practicum: Any type of practical experience, on or off campus, for which the student receives graduate course credit. Normally supervised by the faculty, but may be supervised by someone in the employing organization.
Field work: Experience working in the area of one's training but for which graduate course credit is not normally given. (Includes relevant summer work.)

Other Factors Considered for Admission
Comp/Stat computer/statistical skills Quant quantitative courses
Extracurr extracurricular activities Rsrch previous research experience
Interpers interpersonal skills Science science courses
Intervw personal interview Statemnt personal statement
Job previous work experience Writing writing skills