Leave of Absence or University Exit  

An official leave of absence indicates that a student has been granted permission to continue matriculation without registering for course work. Leaves of absence are requested through the Office of the Associate Dean for Student Affairs and require advisor approval. All requests for health-related leaves of absence must be accompanied by appropriate documentation. 

A leave may be granted for up to a maximum of two semesters (fall and spring). Students on a leave of absence are not eligible for University housing or the use of University facilities during the period of the leave. 

A request for a leave of absence after the third week of the semester will be reviewed on an individual basis by the Director of Counseling and Student Services, in consultation with the Associate Dean for Student Affairs. Leaves of absence adhere to the University’s refund schedule and may affect academic progress, financial aid, graduation deadlines, housing status, and/or visa requirements. Students should review such issues with a counselor during the leave interview, with their academic advisor, and/or by contacting the appropriate office. 

Students taking a leave must complete the Leave of Absence and Term/Total Withdrawal process through ALBERT.