The "completion date" is entered on item #5 of the I-20 based on a student's major and degree level. This is an estimate of time the University feels it may take to fulfill all degree requirements. However, if a student is not able to finish the program on that date, a Program Extension form (PDF) must be requested from the Kearney International Center at least one month before the completion date expires. According to U.S. immigration regulations, the "completion date" is defined as the day final degree requirements are completed. The actual completion date may not necessarily be the day of the graduation ceremony or the date on the I-20. (In fact, many students finish degree requirements before the completion date on the I-20).