Time to Complete a Degree
Once a student is classified as degree-seeking in a fall or spring semester, and unless otherwise articulated by a specific program in the Catalog:
- The requirements for an associate's degree must be completed within four calendar years of the start date of the first term of enrollment.
- The requirements for a bachelor's degree must be completed within eight calendar years of the start date of the first term of enrollment.
- The requirements for a master's degree must be completed within six calendar years of the start date of the first term of enrollment.
Thereafter, a student is bound by the current Catalog requirements.
If a student leaves the university for any reason for longer than one calendar year, the student is bound by the current Catalog requirements upon return.
Specific major programs or courses within programs may have updated requirements. Students should refer to the sections of the Catalog that describe particular major programs. Consultation with the school dean should occur for clarity of policy.
Exceptions to this policy may be in order. The student must connect with the university registrar's office for information on the appeal process.