Leave of Absence (LOA)

A student may petition the Admission and Progression Committee for a leave of absence due to  extraordinary events.  A leave of absence will not exceed two consecutive semesters, excluding summers.  

Only students who are in good academic standing (2.0 g.p.a. or above) at Saint Luke’s College of Health  Sciences are eligible to apply for a leave of absence. 

1. The petition to apply for a leave of absence must be signed by the student and their advisor. 
2. The petition for a leave of absence is forwarded to the Admission and Progression Committee.
3. The student will be notified of the decision regarding the leave of absence via certified mail.
4. If the LOA is granted, the student will receive a “W” for all enrolled courses.
5. Students completing the required LOA procedure will be re-admitted to the college without re-application and fee.
6. Students who fail to register for courses in the fall or spring semester immediately following the LOA will be required to re-apply to the college and pay the application fee.

Click here to download the Leave of Abscence Form