Policies and Regulations

POLICY TITLE: Kentucky State University Leave of Absence

APPLIES TO:

Kentucky State University Online Students Enrolled in Online Courses

ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY:

Office of the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs Office of Online Education Admission's Office Registrar's Office Financial Aid Bursar

APPROVED BY:

The President Academic Affairs The Office of Online Education The Kentucky State University Board of Regents

EFFECTIVE DATE:

12/20/2025

NEXT REVIEW DATE:

5/1/2026

POLICY STATEMENT:

The Leave of Absence (LOA) policy allows eligible students to temporarily pause their academic studies without withdrawing from the KYSU Online. This policy ensures students have reasonable flexibility to address personal, medical, or other significant life circumstances while maintaining their academic standing and enrollment status.

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