Leave of Absence (Undergraduate)
The Undergraduate Leave of Absence (LOA) policy assists and encourages undergraduate degree-seeking students to return and graduate after an absence from ASU of up to two consecutive fall and spring semesters. Students who are absent from ASU for up to two consecutive semesters and who have been granted a LOA do not need to apply for readmission or pay readmission fees.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for an Undergraduate Leave of Absence, students must be eligible to register for classes and meet the following criteria:
- Be a degree-seeking undergraduate student.
- Be registered during the semester immediately prior to the beginning of the Leave of Absence.
- Students who were admitted as new first semester freshmen or transfer students but did not attend will not be eligible for a Leave of Absence. Instead, they should contact the Undergraduate Admissions office.
- Students who were readmitted but did not attend will not be eligible for a Leave of Absence. Instead, they should contact the Undergraduate Admissions office.
- Students who are participating in an ASU-sponsored study abroad program need not apply for a Leave of Absence; however, students who are participating in a non-ASU-sponsored study abroad program should take advantage of the LOA policy, if eligible.
- Be in academic good standing, on probation, or on continuing probation with their college.
- Have no hold (e.g., disciplinary, financial, testing, etc.) which would restrict registration. Note: Students with financial holds may be given consideration for a Leave of Absence if authorized by the Collections Office.
- Have submitted any outstanding high school and/or transfer transcripts, if prior admission/readmission and continued enrollment was contingent upon receipt of those transcripts.
Undergraduate students considering taking an absence from ASU should carefully review the policies and procedures for submitting an Undergraduate Leave of Absence Request.