Students may request an LOA by submitting a signed and dated Leave of Absence Request form, which includes the reason for the leave of absence request, as well as applicable supporting documentation. This request must be submitted prior to the LOA. If circumstances prevent a student from submitting a written request prior to the LOA, grant of the LOA will be at the discretion of the institution and written documentation will be collected when possible at a later date. Submission of a Leave of Absence Request form does not guarantee the LOA will be granted.