VCOM College Catalog and Student Handbook

A Temporary Medical Withdrawal is requested by a student to address medical or psychological issues that interfere with their health and/or success that will exceed 180-days of leave, with reasonable expectation that the student will return from the temporary withdrawal and that the student is capable of returning to the curricular program and being successful upon the return. A request for a Temporary Medical Withdrawal requires supporting documentation from the student’s physician. While on temporary medical withdrawal, students are expected to receive appropriate care, resolve the issues that led to the leave, and develop new strategies through sustained therapy and/or meaningful work. A request for a Permanent Medical Withdrawal may be granted to a student experiencing significant medical or psychological issues where substantial evidence exists that the student will not be capable of successfully continuing in the curricular program. Military Withdrawal Military Withdrawals may be granted as a temporary or permanent withdrawal. A Temporary Military Withdrawal is requested by a student to meet military service requirements will exceed 180 days of leave. Readmission is guaranteed pending proof of compliance with the minimal technical standards and the Honor Code of Conduct. The student will not be charged any additional tuition from their original obligation, regardless of having to complete additional coursework or repeat coursework to refresh knowledge and/or skills. A request for a Permanent Military Withdrawal may be granted to a student whose military obligations render them unable to return to the curricular program. Personal Withdrawal Personal Withdrawals may be granted as a temporary or permanent withdrawal. In unusual circumstances, a student may need to interrupt their study for personal reasons. A Temporary Personal Withdrawal is requested by a student and is granted on a case-by-case basis for compelling reasons such as the birth or adoption of a child, death of a spouse or child, or other reasons as approved by the Campus Dean that will exceed 180-days of leave. A request for a Permanent Personal Withdrawal may be granted to a student whose personal circumstances render them unable to continue in the curricular program. Requesting a Temporary Withdrawal A student requesting a temporary withdrawal must apply as far in advance as is reasonable under the circumstances for the temporary withdrawal unless unforeseen circumstances prevent the student from doing so. Students must request the temporary withdrawal, in writing, to the Campus Dean for approval. Because every student’s situation is different, the Campus Dean evaluates each application on a case-by-case basis. The student's academic status is subject to review at the time of the leave and upon the student's return. The Campus Dean has the sole authority to grant or deny the Temporary Withdrawal. Students requesting a Temporary Withdrawal must submit a written request to the Campus Dean. The request must include: • A short (2-4 page) explanation of why the Temporary Withdrawal is being requested, goals for the leave, and the anticipated requested date of return to the academic program.

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