School: University of Pittsburgh
Required prelims: Macro theory, Micro theory
When taken: First attempt: Start of June at the end of the first year
Retakes: Everyone gets a second attempt at the beginning of August (before the 2nd year starts); if one prelim is failed a second time, a third retake may be offered upon request (which then takes place at the start of June at the end of the 2nd year).
Score required to pass: Macro - don't know. Micro - 3 out of 4 questions should be answered more-or-less completely.
Comprehensive exam: At the end of the second year in form of a "2nd year paper" that must demonstrate research capabilities.
More: Graduate Handbook | Department of Economics | University of Pittsburgh