Graduate students must complete a minimum of 9 credits each semester until course work is completed. Independent Study courses must be completed in the semester for which the credit is desired. All papers, examinations, etc., must be returned to the Independent Study Office three weeks prior to the end of a semester to have the grades posted on that semester's transcript. All exceptions must be reviewed and approved by ISS Director. Dropping classes below minimum number of hours jeopardizes full-time legal status.
All students are eligible for one authorized vacation semester each year.
New students arriving in fall or spring semester may take a vacation in the first summer semester if they choose. Most students take vacation in summer semester. However, students who arrive on a summer semester I-20 must attend school in that summer semester and are not eligible for vacation until they have attended two consecutive semesters. Renew passport 6 months before expiration date. I-20's must be extended within 30 days of expiration.