IMPORTANT AND URGENT NOTICE: Study-Period Residency for International Students of the University of Science and Culture

The University of Science and Culture hereby informs all international students that, in accordance with the directive issued by the Student Affairs Organization, the policy of “residency for the duration of study” for international students has been in effect since last year.

In response to repeated inquiries from international students, the University’s Consular Affairs Office would like to clarify that, for students admitted in the academic year 2025 and earlier who have not yet been covered under the study-period residency scheme, the University continues to submit the necessary applications to the Student Affairs Organization. These applications are reviewed based on the remaining legal residency period, passport validity, academic progress, and the number of completed academic credits.

It is emphasized that this matter has already been communicated through the University’s academic regulations, the admission guidelines for non-scholarship international students, and during the in-person registration process.

Accordingly, all students are required to carefully review the academic regulations for their year of admission, as well as all official announcements published on the University website and through its communication channels.

Duration of Study Residency

Under current regulations, the duration of study residency for international students is as follows:

• Bachelor’s and Doctoral Programs: 4 years (8 semesters)
• Master’s Programs: 2 years (4 semesters)

Where necessary and based on academic progress, this period may be extended for a maximum of two additional semesters, subject to approval by the University’s Special Cases Committee and confirmation by the Student Affairs Organization.

The continuation of residency validity is directly dependent on academic status, educational progress, and compliance with academic obligations.

Academic Status and System Requirements

All international students are required to ensure that their academic status is correctly registered in the University’s Golestan Academic System.

Acceptable statuses include:

• Active / Enrolled
• Academic Leave

Statuses such as:

• Non-attendance
• Failure to register

are not acceptable under current regulations.

The University is required to submit periodic reports on student status to the Student Affairs Organization. In cases where a student does not attend the University, contact will be attempted using the registered information in the system.

Mandatory Update of Contact Information

All students must keep their personal information up to date in the Golestan system, including:

• Mobile phone number
• Landline number
• Residential address
• Other contact details

Students are also required to follow all official university announcements and communication channels.

Please note that the accuracy and updating of contact information is the sole responsibility of the student.

Final Warning

If a student fails to maintain a valid academic status and the University is unable to establish contact, the University will be obliged, in accordance with regulations, to report the case to the Student Affairs Organization for possible cancellation of the study-period residency permit.

All international students are therefore strongly advised to ensure proper academic registration, maintain updated contact information, and actively continue their academic progress and course completion.

Office of International Affairs
University of Science and Culture