Leave of Absence / Withdrawal Official Request

Spring 2026 leave of absence/withdrawal official request form

The leave of absence / withdrawal official request form below is for use only by continuing undergraduate degree candidates who have thoroughly reviewed the linked information at www.bu.edu/usc (including the FAQs) and are sure they wish to arrange a Spring 2026 leave or withdrawal.

Metropolitan College students, graduate students, and non-degree, visiting, non-matriculated, and summer guest students should not use this form. Instead, follow the leave of absence / withdrawal / course drop processes as outlined by these respective academic areas.
Incoming first-year and transfer undergraduate students for Spring 2026: if you cannot attend this semester as planned, email admissions@bu.edu.

Return from leave semester: there are three different options – Summer (May 2026), Fall (September 2026), and Spring (January 2027)

Leave of absence/withdrawal reasons: When filling out the leave/withdrawal reasons text box, please indicate the primary reason for your leave/withdrawal request (select from the choices listed below). You can then elaborate on your primary reason, and/or note any secondary or additional reasons, as well.

Academic
Academic difficulty
Church mission
Financial
Family
Medical
Military service
Personal
Safety/security
Visa
Work – Career – Internship

Tuition and fees are canceled in accordance with the University’s withdrawal and tuition refund / cancellation schedule.

Required questions are marked with red asterisks (*)

First Name:*		Last Name:*
BUID:*		Phone Number:*
BU E-mail Address:*
Request Type:*
School / College:*

Are you an international student studying in the United States on a student visa?*	YesNo
Do you have on-campus housing?*	YesNo
Are you a varsity athlete?*	YesNo

Leave of Absence or Withdrawal Effective Semester:*		Leave of Absence or Withdrawal Effective Year:*
Leave of Absence of Withdrawal Return Semester: (For Withdrawal, select “None”)		Leave of Absence of Withdrawal Return Year: (For Withdrawal, select “None”)

Please indicate the reason(s) you are arranging this leave of absence / withdrawal. (Use as much space as you need.)*

I understand it is my responsibility to keep contact information up to date via MyBU Student and to check my BU student email account or to arrange email forwarding.*

I have obtained any necessary approvals or signatures and understand if I have not arranged this, my request may not be processed. I am aware my request is effective the date all required materials and approvals are received at the USC, and my tuition and fees will be adjusted according to the published refund schedule, found at to https://www.bu.edu/studentaccountingservices/resources/withdrawal-and-tuition-refund-schedule/, using that date.*

I understand it is my responsibility to consult with an academic advisor about the academic implications of a leave or withdrawal prior to finalizing any action with the University Service Center.*

Upon successful submission of this form you will be directed to a confirmation / thank you page. Please be patient as submission can take a few moments.