begin if during a current semester, or prior to the start of the semester for which the leave is requested to begin if for a future semester. To request an extension of an approved medical leave of absence, students submit the “Leave of Absence - Medical Extension” form to the Office of the Registrar, and supporting medical documentation to Counseling and Well-Being Center prior to the termination date of the approved medical leave. College-Initiated Medical Leave Policy When it becomes clear that remaining at the College is not in the best interest of the student or the College community, college-initiated medical leave may be used to help transition a student to a safer environment more conducive to their needs. This policy also allows for a student to take a leave voluntarily when medical conditions or psychological distress make a leave in their best interest; its goal is to define the length of separation, outline the path to reentry and ease the transition for the student’s return, and to optimize the opportunities for the student’s success when they return. Under certain conditions, if a student has not opted to take a leave voluntarily, the College may institute an involuntary leave under this policy. Please see the Student Handbook on the College’s web site at www.keystone.edu for more information about the College-Initiated Medical Leave Policy. Leave of Absence for Military Service Students who are called to active military service during any semester or term should immediately contact the Veterans Affairs Certifying Official located in the Registrar’s Office with a copy of their orders. At that time, the Certifying Official will discuss all options with the student and an appropriate course of action will be determined. Withdrawal from the College Students who are considering withdrawing from the College are encouraged to discuss
their withdrawal with their academic advisor or the Advising Center. A student who decides to withdraw from the College for the current semester may do so prior to the last date to withdraw for the term by completing the withdrawal form located at www.keystone.edu/ registrar and returning it to the Registrar’s Office. No withdrawal from a course or from the College can occur after the last day to withdraw for the term without the permission of the Registrar. Late withdrawals can only be approved due to extenuating circumstances. Students who desire to withdraw for a future semester may do so at any time prior to the beginning of the next semester by completing the same form. Students should withdraw from the College if they do not intend to return. Students who need to withdraw but intend to return in the future should consult the Leave of Absence Policies found above. The date the completed withdrawal form is received by the Registrar’s Office is the official date of withdrawal. Resident students are required to vacate within 24 hours of official withdrawal notification or penalties may be assessed. Students who do not follow this procedure will not be considered officially withdrawn and will have all appropriate grades for courses in which they are enrolled entered into their official transcripts. Refunds follow the guidelines listed in the “Refund Policy” section of this catalog on page 14. A student who leaves the College due to dismissal for disciplinary reasons is not entitled to any refund. No credits on any charges will be made to students who have been suspended or expelled from the residence hall and/or the College. Room charges are not refunded at any time and credits of board are prorated as of the end of the calendar week of withdrawal.
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