Notice on Deferral of Shortened Period of Study (Early Completion) for the Fall Semester 2025, Graduate School

Students in the Combined Bachelor's–Master's Program and the Integrated Master's–Doctoral Program who are eligible for early completion will automatically be included in the list of graduation/completion candidates at the end of the semester once they have fulfilled all required completion credits. No separate application is required.

However, students who wish to defer early completion due to military service or other circumstances may apply for a deferral of the shortened period of study (early completion) as outlined below.

1. Students Eligible for Early Completion

(Automatically included in the completion review process without a separate application)

1) Combined Bachelor's–Master's Program Students

• Students who, after grade finalization for the 3rd semester, have:
  • A cumulative GPA of 4.0 or higher, and
  • Satisfied all requirements for early completion.

2) Integrated Master's–Doctoral Program Students

• Students who, after grade finalization for the 6th or 7th semester, have:
  • A cumulative GPA of 4.0 or higher, and
  • Satisfied all requirements for early completion.

※ Completion requirements may vary by department. Students should carefully review their department regulations.

2. Application for Deferral of Shortened Period of Study (Early Completion)

1) Eligibility

• Students eligible for early completion who wish to defer completion due to military service or other reasons.

2) Application Method

• Submit the attached Deferral Application Form to the department administrative office each semester.

3) Application Period

• September 2 – September 26, 2025 (Friday)

※ Applications for deferral of shortened study periods cannot be submitted after the completion review process has begun.
Only applications submitted before the start of the completion review will be considered for deferral.