Extended Absence Request

The Program defines an extended absence more than 1 day (didactic and clinical phase) missed.

The Policy for Extended Absence Request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Students can request in writing to the Program Director, through their faculty adviser.  This leave is up to 5 consecutive business days’ absence from the program (e.g., illness/death/family emergencies). All missed assignments must be made up within 1 week of return. The student must be advised; this may result in difficulty with progression due to the fast pace and rigor of a PA Program. Leave of absence and deceleration should also be discussed with the student as an option. No guarantee is made of approval or length of approved absence. The program strongly feels any more than 5 consecutive days missed must result in a leave of absence or withdrawal. The student cannot request an alternate delivery of course work from the rest of the cohort. For longer leaves, please refer to the appropriate section in the Student Handbook.