Academic Leaves of Absence
Any student in good academic standing may apply for a one- or two-semester leave of absence from the college. She should discuss her plans with her dean and fill out appropriate forms by June 1 or, for a leave beginning in the spring, November 1. During her leave of absence, she is encouraged to remain in touch with her dean and is expected to confirm her intention to return to the college by March 1 (for return in the fall) or November 1 (for return in the spring). Reinstatement is always contingent upon the availability of space in the residence halls.
A student on a semester-long leave of absence who chooses not to return at the scheduled time may ask to extend her leave by one additional semester by notifying her dean by the above deadlines. If a student on a leave of absence chooses not to return to the college after two semesters, her status changes to "withdrawn."
SEMESTER AT A GLANCE
January 22
First day of classes
January 28-29
Confirmation of registration
February 8
Last day to drop a 5th class
February 20
Hell Week begins
February 29
Last day to sign up for CR/NC
March 7
Spring break begins
March 17
Classes resume
April 7
Preregistration begins
April 18
Preregistration ends
May 2
Last day of classes
May 4
May Day celebration
May 7
Final exams begin
May 16
Final exams end
May 17-18
Commencement weekend