Doctoral/Thesis Completion is an "affiliated status" that does not constitute enrollment, but provides continued NetBadge access, including access to UVA e-mail and electronic library resources. Students in this status do not have an active student I.D. card or access to University labs, facilities or student services (including Student Health or student health insurance). They are not eligible for graduate assistantships. Student loans are will no longer be deferred

This is a fee-based status. Currently the fee is $211.00

Once approved for this status, students are not eligible to return to full-time study in a degree program, but may petition to renew this status each term for up to four (two for the master’s degree) consecutive terms.  International students should contact the International Studies Office before petitioning for this status to determine what effect it may have on their eligibility to maintain a visa.  

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