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Frequently Asked Questions Q: What is a leave of absence? A: A leave of absence (LOA) is an interruption of study with a planned return quarter. Some university services are available for a fee during the LOA. Students returning from LOA are able to enroll with the continuing students during priority enrollment. Q: How do I request a leave of absence? A: The colleges approve LOA for undergraduates; the departments approve LOA for graduate students. Undergraduates may find the LOA petition at http://advising.ucsc.edu/student/loa/index.html. To request a LOA for the purpose of Non-UC Study Abroad (NUCSA), use the NUCSA form at http://oie.ucsc.edu/forms/NUCSALeaveOfAbsence_000.pdf. Q: Is there a fee for a leave of absence? A: Undergraduate students are charged an application fee, which is added to the student's account. The application fee is $60.00. Q: Do I need to sign the Withdrawal/Leave of Absence petition? A: We need the student's signature, but it may be a separate written notification that the college can staple to a withdrawal petition. Q: What is the reason for the leave of absence deadline on the Academic and Administrative Calendar? A: Students are encouraged to make their plans for the next quarter by the LOA deadline. Between the calendar deadline and the start of classes, the colleges use discretion in approving LOAs. Note that the process for applying for Non-UC Study Abroad can take several months. Q: How can I confirm that I am on LOA? A: You can confirm your Leave of Absence status and your return term on the MyUCSC Student Center. Go to My Student Center, click Student Advising Summary at the top of the Student Center, and select the Current Quarter tab. Q: May I withdraw or take a leave of absence during the quarter? A: Yes, but after the fifth week of the quarter a withdrawal must be for medical or emergency reasons. Discuss your options with your academic preceptor. Q: Where can I find more information about leave of absence? A: Undergraduates can find more information in The Navigator at http://reg.ucsc.edu/navigator/index.html. Graduate students can find more information in the Graduate Handbook at the Division of Graduate Studies: http://www.graddiv.ucsc.edu/. The information about Non-UC Study Abroad is on the Office of International Education web site: Non-UC Study Abroad.
Last revised: 9/10/08
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