TAMIU Student Handbook 2019-2020

Page 66 of 86 Appendix B: Leave of Absence (LOA) Rule The Student Leave of Absence (LOA) Rule assists and encourages students to return and graduate after an absence of two or more consecutive long semesters from TAMIU. Absences during summer sessions are excluded, as continuous enrollment is not affected. Eligible students are encouraged to take advantage of the benefits provided by a LOA, e.g., no need to apply for readmission to University and may participate in their regularly scheduled registration/enrollment period upon return. Please note that re-admission to a college program may be required. Eligibility Requirements To be eligible for a LOA, a student must be eligible to register for classes and meet the following criteria: 1. Be a degree-seeking student. 2. Be registered during the semester immediately prior to the beginning of the LOA: a. A student who was admitted as a new first-time freshman, transfer student, or graduate student, but did not attend will not be eligible for a LOA. Instead, the student should contact the Office of Admissions. Graduate students should contact the Graduate School. b. A student who was readmitted but did not attend will not be eligible for a LOA. Instead, the student should contact the Office of Admissions. Graduate students should contact the Graduate School. 3. Be in good academic standing or on academic probation with their college. 4. Have no holds (e.g., disciplinary, business, testing, etc.), which would restrict registration. Note: Students with Business Office holds may be given consideration for a LOA if authorized by the Bursar’s Office. 5. Have submitted any outstanding high school and/or transfer transcripts if prior admission/readmission and continued enrollment was contingent upon receipt of those transcripts. Leave of Absence for Graduate Students • Students should also be aware that they are required to maintain continuous registration during the fall and spring semesters, including registration for thesis, until all requirements for graduation have been met. Interruptions or delays in the course of study which have not been approved in advance by the student’s advisory committee chair will interfere with the degree time limits and may result in students having to re-take courses and/or apply for re-admission to the program.