A comprehensive examination is also commonly known as a final exam, a final evaluation, or a comprehensive test. Additionally, it may be referred to as a capstone exam or a culminating assessment. Other synonyms include a mastery exam, a concluding assessment, and a comprehensive review. In some fields, it may also be known as a qualifying examination or a comprehensive assessment. Whatever name it takes, a comprehensive examination is a comprehensive evaluation of a student's understanding of the subject matter covered throughout their course of study, often used to measure knowledge, mastery, and readiness for the next level of study or professional practice.