Standard Period of Non-Enrollment and Permanent Resignation

A student is expected to remain continuously enrolled while pursuing their degree. Continuously enrolled is defined by course enrollment in Fall and Spring courses or on a leave of absence for one semester; however, a student may find it necessary to discontinue the pursuit of academic endeavors either for one semester or permanently for a variety of reasons. A student who takes a leave of absence for one semester is considered to be on a Standard Period of Non Enrollment (SPN). A leave of absence is called Standard Period of Non Enrollment (SPN) in the student information system.

  • Standard Period of Non Enrollment (SPN) is a leave of absence
  • Voluntary SPN is a leave of absence that is initiated by the student. A Voluntary SPN is granted only when the student is in good standing with the College. A student is in good standing if they are meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). Refer to the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy for specific information (ADM 2.06). To apply for a SPN, the student must submit the SPN form to the Director of Records and Registration before the beginning of the semester. If a SPN is granted, the change in the student’s status will be completed in the student information system by the Director of Records and Registration.
  • Involuntary SPN is a leave of absence that is initiated by the College.
  • Active Duty Military SPN is a leave of absence for any student placed on active duty for two weeks or more. The SPN may be initiated by either the student or the College to assist the student.
  • Permanent Resignation is a student initiated permanent resignation from the College indicating that the student has no intention of returning to the College. If the student decides to return at a later date, the student must apply for readmission.

The Administration of the College may place a student on Involuntary SPN if a student demonstrates behavior that is a concern to the physical well-being of faculty, students, and/ or staff; the campus safety, security, and/or property; lack of communication or academic engagement.

A student who is placed on active military duty for two weeks or more will be placed on military SPN. Students must submit documentation/orders regarding the return to active duty to the Director of Records and Registration. Students placed on active duty military SPN will receive a grade of “WA” (withdrawal administrative) and a full refund for all courses in which they are currently enrolled. When the student is ready to return from leave, they must contact the Director of Records and Registration to arrange for re-entry. The student is eligible for reinstatement to the College without requalification for admission if the student provides a letter of intent to return to the institution no later than one (1) year after the completion of the period of service. Prior to reinstatement into the College of Nursing, the student must meet with the Program Chair to determine the impact of their absence, their ability to resume study, and placement into the program. If the student is required to repeat courses previously taken, there will be no tuition charged for those courses.