The College recognizes the service of students who are members of the U.S. Armed Forces, including the National Guard and Reserves, and is committed to supporting their academic progress.
This policy applies to students who must interrupt their studies for short periods of time due to active duty orders, training obligations, deployment or mobilization. It ensures the protection of the student’s academic standing and financial interests throughout their service period.
Procedure
Students should notify the Registrar’s office as soon as practicable of their military obligation and provide a copy of official military orders when available. Advance notice is encouraged but not required when circumstances prevent it.
Academic Options
An Official Withdraw: Students may elect to withdraw from one or more courses during the semester due to military service. The withdrawal will be noted on the student’s transcript as being due to military service.
Note: Students enrolled in criteria-based health programs must withdraw from all core major requirements. For further information or clarification, please reach out to the appropriate Program Director.
Incomplete Grades: Students may request an incomplete grade if more than 50% of the course meetings have occurred and both the student and the faculty member agree to this arrangement. The faculty member will then submit an incomplete to the Registrar’s office.
- Completion Timeline: The student must complete the agreed-upon work either in accordance with the college’s incomplete grade policy or within 90 days from the end of active duty, whichever provides more time.
- Grade Conversion: If the work is not completed within the specified timeframe, the “I” grade will automatically convert to the grade earned or an “F” grade.
- Tuition and Fees: No tuition or fees refund will be provided, and the grade will be processed according to standard procedures at the end of the semester.