Leave of Absence - Academic Advising Center

Before you Leave

Clear any holds that you may have with the University of Utah.
Obtain your Degree Audit from CIS and meet with your academic advisor.
Make sure you understand what courses you will need to take for general education and/or your major.
If you have any “I” (incomplete) grades, complete these courses before you leave.

If you have any questions or concerns about your grades, contact the instructor immediately.
Submit the FERPA Consent to Release Form

If you want to allow information to be released to individuals about your Financial Aid, Scholarships, Tuition, Registrar Records, Housing Residential Education, or Academic Advising records over the phone, in person, or electronically, submit an online consent to release form. Then give authorized individuals your verification (PIN) number.
If you have financial aid or a scholarship, contact the Financial Aid & Scholarships Office.

The first semester of sequenced courses such as languages, math, physics, chemistry, or similar subjects
Courses which are pre-requisites for courses you plan to take when you return (i.e., math)
If you do take math or other sequenced courses before you leave, be prepared to review the course extensively before moving forward. Talk to your advisor about options that are appropriate for you.

It is your responsibility to register for the semester you are returning.

If you need to extend your leave of absence, you will need to submit an extension by logging into CIS, click on the “Undergraduate Leave of Absence”.

If you do not register for the returning term requested, you will need to readmit through the Admissions Office.
Obtain your Degree Audit and meet with your advisor to review general education and/or major requirements.
If you took the first semester of sequenced courses before leaving, consider options for review before moving forward.
If you had financial aid or a scholarship, contact the Financial Aid & Scholarships Office.