Dear international Students,
The University would like to congratulate the 2021 graduating class in advance.However, students who are unable to graduate this year due to specific reasons should take note of the extension procedures below. Graduating students are to take note of the procedures as follows;
DEFERRED STUDY PROCEDURES:
The study period for all Undergraduate degree program is four years, Master's degree program 2-3 years, and three years for Doctoral degree programs. However, the maximum extension duration for Undergraduate study is six years, Master's is five years and eight years for Doctoral programs. Students who exceed the maximum period of study (including suspension) are not required to apply for an extension. Their student status will be automatically canceled on 15th July.
SCHOOL LEAVING PROCEDURE: All graduating students are required to submit their graduation and “School Leaving” form before they can receive their certificates.
3.ISSUANCE OF GRADUATION CERTIFICATES: The University will process student’s degree certificates on time in accordance with SMU’s graduation requirements. Additionally, students who are unable to receive their certificates physically due to the pandemic situation would received them by express mail. Please fill in the postal form of the graduation certificate and degree certificate information.
4.CHECK-OUT PROCEDURES: Graduates should go through check-out procedure before July 5. students who are not in China should entrust students at school to help you pack your luggage. Please see the attachment for the power of attorney.
July 18,2021
Attachment 1 School Leaving Form
School leaving application for International Students(1).docx
Attachment 2 Postal FormPostal Form of Diploma and Graduation Certificate(1).docx
Attachment 3 Power of AttorneyPOWER OF ATTORNEY(1).docx