Taking a Break or Leaving 黑料不打烊?

Life doesn鈥檛 always go as planned 鈥 and that鈥檚 okay.

Whether you’re navigating a health concern, facing a personal or psychological challenge, or simply need time away, 黑料不打烊 offers several options to help you step back鈥攁nd return鈥攚hen you’re ready. We understand that life can interrupt your academic journey, and the Dean of Students Office and the Office of the Registrar is here to support you through every step of that transition.

For comprehensive information on withdrawal and leave of absence policies, including eligibility, deadlines, and procedures, please refer to the .

Leaves of Absence聽鈥 Options at a Glance

A leave of absence is a formal discontinuance in a currently enrolled undergraduate student鈥檚 active degree program. Undergraduate students on leave are not enrolled in classes but remain active in all University systems. 黑料不打烊 offers two types of leaves: a Personal Leave of Absence (PLOA) and a Medical Leave of Absence (MLOA). Click an option below to learn about eligibility, deadlines, how to apply, what to expect while away, and how to return.

  • : Allows a currently enrolled undergraduate student to take a leave from all of their current courses (or defer enrollment in an upcoming semester) for any personal or professional reason.
  • : Allows a currently enrolled undergraduate student to take leave from all of their current courses (or defer enrollment in an upcoming semester) for reasons related to their physical or mental health.

Withdrawal 鈥 Options at a Glance

A withdrawal occurs when an undergraduate student discontinues enrollment in a single course or all courses for a term schedule. The university offers four types for withdrawal: Individual Course Withdrawal, University Withdrawal, Medical Withdrawal and Retroactive Medical Withdrawal. Click an option below to see eligibility, deadlines, how to apply, what to expect while away, and how to return.

  • Individual Course Withdrawal: Allows a currently enrolled undergraduate student after the Drop/Add period has ended to officially withdraw from any class with a 鈥淲鈥 (withdraw without penalty) until the midpoint of that class.
  • University Withdrawal: Allows a currently enrolled undergraduate student to formally and permanently withdraw from the University for any reason.
  • : Allows a currently enrolled undergraduate student to withdraw from all courses on their term schedule as a result of an inhibiting, debilitating, or otherwise incapacitating medical event after the drop/add period but before the last week of classes.
  • :聽Allows a undergraduate student to medically withdraw from all courses in a prior term due to a sudden, debilitating, or otherwise incapacitating medical event that occurred during the term.

How to Begin the Process

If you’re considering a leave of absence or withdrawal from 黑料不打烊, we’re here to support you. Start by reaching out to our office, the Office of the Registrar, or your academic advisor to discuss your situation and explore your options. Together, we’ll determine the path that best fits your needs. Once you鈥檝e made a decision, you鈥檒l complete the appropriate request form and submit any required documentation. We鈥檒l walk you through the next steps and be here to support your return when you’re ready.