Graduate Doctoral Program Time Constraints Policy

Policy Number: KC-ACA-3786
Date Issued: Prior to 2010
Date Revised: Spring 2019
Last Modified: Feb 5, 2024
Effective Date: AY 19-20
Approved By: Graduate Council, SGS Dean, Provost
Sponsor(s): Provost
Responsible Office(s): Academic programs, School of Graduate Studies, Registration and Records

Policy Statement

The doctoral student must take and pass the doctoral comprehensive examination and advance to candidacy within five years from the beginning of doctoral coursework. After the establishment of degree candidacy, a maximum of five years will be allowed for completion of degree requirements. Failure to complete the work within the five years will necessitate re-evaluation of the entire program and may result in a notice of termination. In compelling circumstances and on the written recommendation of the student’s program, the dean of the School of Graduate Studies may grant a one-year extension. Some academic units may impose more stringent time requirements.