For personal or medical reasons, a student may voluntarily discontinue enrollment at the University by requesting either a leave of absence (temporary) or a withdrawal from the University (permanent).
A leave of absence is a temporary hiatus from the University with the intent to return after a specified period. Students requesting a leave of absence must indicate when they plan to return to their studies. The total time away from the University cannot exceed two consecutive semesters. A student may not take matriculated coursework at another institution while on a leave of absence. To be eligible to return from a leave of absence, the student must demonstrate readiness to return by satisfying all requirements for return. If a student does not return from a leave of absence at the scheduled time, the student will be administratively withdrawn from the University and must apply for readmission.
A withdrawal is a permanent separation from the University. A student who has withdrawn must apply for readmission to the University if the student wishes to re-enroll. Students withdrawing from School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences graduate programs will be contacted by the Dean or designated administrator for a brief exit interview.
A student may request a personal or medical leave of absence or a withdrawal by completing the Leave of Absence/Withdrawal Form available through their department. A student requesting a leave of absence or withdrawal will meet with the program director to discuss the academic and financial implications of their decision. The designated program official will also discuss the requirements for return if a student is taking a leave of absence. Leave of Absence & Return of Title IV Funds | Notre Dame of Maryland University
If the request for a personal or medical leave of absence/withdrawal is approved for a future semester, then the student may remain enrolled in and receive grades for the current semester. The student will have a hold on future registration until the conditions of return have been met.
If the request for a personal or medical leave of absence/withdrawal is approved for a current semester, then depending on the academic calendar and personal circumstance the program director/chair can determine the most appropriate resolution for the student’s enrollment. The student may not take a leave of absence and remain enrolled in the student's coursework if the leave of absence is for the current semester.
The University may require a student to take a medical leave of absence or withdrawal if, in the judgment of the University, the student poses an imminent threat to the lives, safety or well-being of themselves or other members of the university community (including preceptor and internship settings).
Except in unusual circumstances where safety is of immediate concern, the University will decide to involuntarily withdraw a student only after providing the student with advance notice and an opportunity to meet with the Occupational Therapy Program officials.
In cases of both medical leaves of absence and withdrawals, the tuition refund policies specified in the Notre Dame of Maryland University Catalog apply. Leave of Absence & Return of Title IV Funds | Notre Dame of Maryland University