Leave of Absence from the University
Undergraduate:
A student with a serious and acceptable reason may apply for a leave of absence through the Retention Coordinator.
A student receiving financial aid or University scholarships who intends to take a leave of absence must check with the Financial Aid Office. An approved leave of absence may affect the student's financial aid and/or scholarship funding.
If registered for courses, a student requesting a leave of absence must also follow the course withdrawal procedures. Application for a leave of absence from the University does not guarantee approval for course withdrawal from the current semester.
Graduate:
Students accepted to a degree Program are expected to work with continuity and to register in that Program until all requirements are completed. Program Directors will consider student-initiated petitions for a leave of absence from studies for up to two semesters. Requests for a leave must be documented. Students are reminded that an interruption of studies may affect their ability to make satisfactory academic progress toward the completion of their degree requirements. Students who request a leave for more than one full year will be required to reapply to their Program and will be bound by all policies and stipulations related to readmission (see Requirements for Good Academic Standing).