Undergraduate Student Handbook
Leave of Absence
There are two types of leaves of absence: personal and medical and they are discussed below. Students receiving financial aid should determine the financial aid impacts of a leave of absence by looking at the Student Financial Services website.
Medical Leave of Absence
If a student is sick for an extended period of time, or has severe personal problems, he or she may obtain a leave of absence by requesting it through the Academic Programs Office. Medical documentation is required for the leave and the School may stipulate conditions for the leave and the subsequent return.
Personal Leave of Absence
Leaves of absence for personal reasons may also be arranged. Permission of the Academic Programs Office is required and the School may stipulate conditions for the leave and the subsequent return.
RETURNING FROM A LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Students must submit a written request for a return from a leave of absence, made to the Associate Dean. The request to return should address any special conditions (e.g., physician approval to do so, in the case of a medical leave) which were attached to the leave. In addition, the request should include an academic plan toward graduation which includes a completed worksheet.
mAXIMUM TIME FOR A LEAVE OF ABSENCE
The maximum time allowed for a Leave of Absence is two academic years, or four academic semesters, not including summer sessions. Students may request an extension beyond two years as needed. Students who do not contact the Office of Academic Programs prior to the two-year period to request an extension will be automatically withdrawn from the University .
USe OF FACILITIES
While on LOA and not registering for courses, you may still utilize the Library and/or the Recreational Facilities by requesting and paying a Special Service Fee. If you wish only to access the Library or the Library plus e-access (printing and borrowing access), there are fees for both of these options. Please contact Elizabeth Gentner in 111 Towne for processing.
