A student in good standing may take a leave of absence from studies at Converse for one academic term up to one full year. The leave may be approved for various reasons, including but not limited to financial considerations, travel plans, medical needs, personal reasons, or alternate schooling. If, after a leave of absence of one academic year a student does not re-enroll, the student will automatically be withdrawn from the College.
To be granted a leave of absence during a term, appropriate documentation must be completed prior to separation from the College. Students who are requesting that a leave of absence be applied to a current semester have until two weeks before the end of any course during the regular term and four days prior to the last day of Jan term.
Students who are granted a leave of absence during the term will receive a grade of W in the regular terms (Fall and Spring) until two weeks before the end of any course during the regular term and four days prior to the last day of Jan Term.
Students who would like to request a leave of absence should download and complete the required form below:
Students who are granted a mid-term leave of absence or withdrawal will receive grades of “W” for courses in that term. Students who do not complete documentation will receive a grade of “F” unless, for reasons of health or family emergency, they provide appropriate evidence of treatment and receives the approval of the appropriate dean in consultation with a representative of the Wellness Center.