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Leave of Absences & Withdrawals<\/h2>\n

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Key individuals who can assist you with this process:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Gwenn Noel, Vice President for Student Life: gnoel@highpoint.edu<\/a>; 336-841-9672<\/p>\n

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How will this decision affect my academic transcript?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

By taking a leave of absence and\/or withdrawing from the University, as long as the process is completed on or before the last day of classes<\/em>, the student will receive a grade of \u201cW\u201d for the course work for that semester.<\/p>\n

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What is the different between a medical Leave of Absence and Leave of Absence?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

If a student takes a medical Leave of Absence, they must submit medical clearance and care plan to return to the university.\u00a0 Many times, this is a necessary categorization if the student purchased tuition insurance for the applicable semester.\u00a0 If it is not a medical Leave of Absence (categorized personal, academic, etc.), the student is able to return without submission of medical clearance documentation.<\/p>\n

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What is the permissible time for a Leave of Absence?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

The University permits a student to take a leave of absence for one semester, fall or spring.\u00a0 For extenuating circumstances requiring additional time, the student may need an extension, and they may appeal by completing the following appeal submission:<\/p>\n

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What are the financial implications for the LOA and\/or WD?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Before submitting the leave and\/or withdraw form, students should consult their parents, Financial Aid Planner and the University\u2019s refund schedule (visit website:\u00a0 https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/studentaccounts\/withdrawal-information\/<\/a>) \u00a0to understand the financial impact for student aid and\/or the student account.\u00a0 Additionally, if you must leave for a semester and you are not earning college credits, this may have potential impact for your future financial aid eligibility due to the satisfactory academic progress that is required.<\/p>\n

Implications for Student Aid<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Financial assistance offered by HPU is governed by federal and state regulations and\/or University policies.\u00a0 If a student elects to leave the University (Withdrawal or Leave of Absence) prior to completing 60% of the semester or term, the Office of Student Financial Planning must determine what percentage of the financial assistance given for which the student is entitled (earned)<\/em> based on the length of time enrolled.\u00a0 The date the student begins the WD\/LOA process, or otherwise officially notifies the University of his\/her intent to discontinue enrollment, establishes the last date of attendance.\u00a0 If a student leaves the University after completing 60% of the term, no adjustment to their Title IV federal aid, state or institutional aid is required.<\/p>\n

The number of days starting with the first day of classes to the last date of attendance is divided by the total number of calendar days in the semester (less any scheduled breaks of 5 days or more).\u00a0 The resulting percentage is then multiplied by the total amount of funds disbursed (either to the student\u2019s account or to the student directly) for the semester.\u00a0 This calculation determines the amount of financial assistance the student has earned.\u00a0 For example, if it was determined the student attended 25% of the term, the student would have earned 25% of the financial assistance disbursed.\u00a0 The remaining or unearned portion (total disbursed minus amount earned) must be returned to the various programs.\u00a0 Please note return of funds to some state and private aid programs and veterans\u2019 benefits are determined by those specific program rules which must be followed.<\/em><\/p>\n

Due to the complexity of this process, students who are considering leaving the University are advised to come by the Office of Student Financial Planning and Student Accounts before doing so<\/u><\/em> in order to understand the implications of that decision on the student\u2019s financial assistance and charges.<\/p>\n

Tuitions, Fees, Room and Board and Learning Excellence Refund Schedule<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\nUndergraduate Withdrawal Information<\/a>\nGraduate Withdrawal Information<\/a>\n

The Office of Student Accounts offers a Tuition Protection Plan<\/strong> which provides financial protection for students that may become hurt or ill and are unable to complete the term.\u00a0 The Tuition Protection Plan will return up to 75% of the insured term tuition and fees<\/a>, less any refund or credit due to the student from High Point University.\u00a0 Funds will be refunded provided the student complete and file a Claim Form and that their physical condition is certified by a licensed physician and forces them to completely withdraw from all classes for the balance of the term.<\/p>\n

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Coverage insures tuition, mandatory fees, room and meals. \u00a0Students are automatically enrolled in the Plan but are not required to be enrolled in the Plan.\u00a0 A waiver form must be completed in order to waive coverage and cost of the Plan.<\/p>\n

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Should I pursue an LOA or WD from the University?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

This is an individual decision and depends on the circumstances for the leave.\u00a0 If a student is uncertain of his or her return to High Point University, we would recommend that you consider the LOA option; this allows you time to decide something more permanent when it\u2019s not as stressful for you due to medical and\/or personal current circumstances.<\/p>\n

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What about course registration and\/or housing for the next semester?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Students who take an LOA are eligible to register for the subsequent term.\u00a0 Registration dates\/times are based upon completed credits at the time of registration.\u00a0 Additionally, housing preferences will be requested by the Office of Student Life in the preparation for your return to the University. Additionally, you will continue to receive access to your HPU email account and receive daily University updates, important dates to remember, and registration times<\/p>\n

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Will my housing assignment remain the same if I have started the fall semester and must leave, but plan to return for Spring semester.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Typically, once you leave for part of the semester, it is necessary for you to remove your personal items and begin the process anew for the spring semester.\u00a0 You may consult the Office of Student Life representatives for assistance.<\/p>\n

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What if I experience an emergency that requires me to leave campus before I have time to retrieve my personal items and pack up my room?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Life emergencies happen every day.\u00a0 Your University will assist you with this transition and process.\u00a0 Packing assistance and shipping of personal items can be arranged.\u00a0 Contact the Office of Student Life representatives listed above for assistance.<\/p>\n

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While on a leave of absence, may I take courses at another university and\/or college and transfer credit?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Students MUST receive prior approval to take courses at another institution and transfer them to HPU for credit.\u00a0 This approval, by the University Registrar, must be sought by contacting the University Registrar BEFORE enrolling at the other institution. Failure to contact the University Registrar prior to enrollment\/completion of courses at another university and\/or college could result in denial of your request to transfer the credit back to HPU.\u00a0 Once courses are approved, the student may transfer back to HPU only 11 credit hours.<\/p>\n

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If I take a medical LOA, what is required for my return to High Point University?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Students must submit appropriate medical documentation, addressed to Gwenn Noel, the Vice President for Student Life via email at gnoel@highpoint.edu.
\nThe documentation should state that the student is cleared to return to the University, and should provide any applicable care plan for return as well as any ancillary needs for the student\u2019s care upon the return to campus.\u00a0\u00a0 Futhermore, the medical care provider must indicate that the student is able to resume normal class engagement and activities.\u00a0 This documentation must be submitted BEFORE arriving back to campus.<\/p>\n

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What if I need to extend my LOA for more than one semester?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Students who have applied for a Leave of Absence (LOA) may apply for a one-semester extension of the LOA.\u00a0 This extension is a one-time exception to the Leave of Absence policy, and students who have been granted an LOA extension are expected to return to HPU at the conclusion of their leave or they will be administratively withdrawn from the University.\u00a0 A Leave of Absence will be granted for a maximum of one academic year (includes LOA extension), and students who have been granted a Leave of Absence extension are not eligible to request an LOA the semester following their return from the leave.\u00a0This request for extension can be found here:\u00a0 Leave of Absence Extension Request<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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