Leave of Absence
Military Leave
If a student is called to active military service during a term in which they have completed an amount of work sufficient to receive a grade, as determined by the university, the university may award a grade to the student and give the student academic credit for the full semester’s work. If the student has not completed an amount of work sufficient to receive a grade, the university may refund or waive tuition and fees in accordance with the policy of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education.
Students should contact the School Certifying Official/Registrar’s Office as soon as they are aware of the expected leave and provide copies of their military orders. The SCO will work with the student to determine the best plan of action regarding their enrollment.
Medical Leave
Students may initiate a leave or withdrawal from the University for medical or psychological reasons. At the discretion of the Office of Disability Services (or designee), and subject to the refund policies of the institution, incomplete grades or other academic accommodations may be made as well, subject to the academic policies of the University. Modifications to housing contracts may also be possible.
The normal University procedures for leave or withdrawal will be followed, including any documentation requirements. If a student takes a voluntary leave, the leave documentation will specify the duration of the leave and options for extension. The student is permitted to return upon the end of the leave, subject only to any conditions or restrictions outlined and agreed to prior to the leave or withdrawal. Students taking a leave or withdrawal are under no obligation to accept these conditions, but should they accept them, they are subject to them. Any conditions should be designed to ensure the student’s success upon return.
Readmission following a Leave of Absence
Students who wish to return after a leave of absence are required to reapply for admission and will be treated as any other applicant for admission at that time.