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School of Nursing (SON) Program Manual > Student Academic Policies > Graduation Policies > Time for Completing Program

Time for Completing Program

1. Full time students in all programs must complete all course work within five (5) years after matriculation.
2. Part-time post-master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice students must complete all course work within five (5) years and all other part-time students within eight (8) years after matriculation. 
3. Students enrolled in the Certificate of Advanced Studies program must complete all course work within three (3) years.
4. Students who do not complete the program within these time limits will be dismissed from the program. Under extreme extenuating circumstances, students may submit a written petition to the Dean to extend the time for completion of the program.