NLU PA Leave of Absence Policy

Students seeking to return after withdrawal must comply with National Louis University re-entry or readmission requirements and any additional MSPAS Program requirements.

Readmission is not automatic and depends upon:

Available cohort space.

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Curriculum changes.

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Student academic standing.

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Accreditation requirements.

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Clinical placement availability.

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Student Responsibilities Upon Return

Prior to re-enrollment, students shall:

Meet with the Program Director.

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• Review and update the Academic Completion Plan.

Complete any required remediation.

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• Meet all health, immunization, and clinical clearance requirements.

• Demonstrate continued compliance with the Program's Technical Standards.

• Complete any additional competency assessments required by the Program.

Appeals

Students may appeal Leave of Absence decisions through the NLU MSPAS Academic Grievance Policy and the National Louis University Academic Appeal procedures as outlined in the Student Guidebook and Academic Catalog.

Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)

The Leave of Absence Policy is reviewed annually by the Student Evaluation and Progress Committee, Curriculum and Outcomes Review Committee, and PA Faculty and Staff Committee as part of the Program's Continuous Quality Improvement process.

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