Purpose:
During their academic journey, students may encounter unexpected situations that require them to temporarily pause their studies. These interruptions are officially termed as leaves of absence (LOA). An LOA can be voluntary or involuntary, may happen whether a student is in good standing or on academic warning, and can be related to medical issues. Taking a leave can impact a student’s registration status at the College. The purpose of this policy is to explain and detail the descriptions of voluntary leave, involuntary leave, and administrative withdrawal, as well as include the refund policy for such decisions. This policy also explains the steps for returning to the College after a leave of absence or administrative withdrawal.