Students who have already enrolled in the maximum number of 699/799 hours but who have not yet completed the requirements for thesis/dissertation enter extension status. To maintain continuous enrollment, extension students are required to enroll in and pay for tuition and fees for at least one extension hour.

The following applies to students in extension status:

• Students must be enrolled in 9 credit-hours to be considered full-time.
• The Graduate School will no longer contribute towards the UNCG sponsored health insurance.
• Students may purchase this insurance if they are enrolled in at least one extension hour.
• Students in extension status lose eligibility for all state-funded support but may be supported by external funds. Contact the Graduate School for more information on this option.

Permission to enroll in extension courses will require verification by the committee chair that the student is making satisfactory progress. These credit hours will not count toward the degree, may impact eligibility for federal financial aid support, and may adversely impact loan repayment schedules. Official information may be found by clicking here.