Leaves of Absence

There are many types of leaves of absence. They are governed by State and Federal Laws as well as University policies.

Types of Leave:

• Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML)
• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Massachusetts Parental Leave Act (MPLA)
• Pregnant Workers’ Fairness Act
• Domestic Violence Leave
• Small Necessities Leave Act
• Military Leave
• Personal Leave of Absence

University policies can be found in the appropriate staff or faculty handbook, or collective bargaining agreements which allow you to use earned time during your leave.

For information on how your benefits are affected when you take a leave of absence, please review the information here.