Returning to the University

All students requesting a return to the university must complete an Intention to Reenter Form. After submitting the form, a confirmation email will be sent with further instructions.

In order to be considered for return, we ask that you seek medical treatment to resolve the issue and/or participate in ongoing therapeutic care while you are away. Students who are approved for a Medical Leave of Absence (MLOA) are generally expected to spend at least three months and up to one full semester away from the university to focus on treatment and recovery from the matters that precipitated the MLOA.

Additional requirements: Students returning from a MLOA will be asked to provide the Dean of Health and Wellness records documenting care received during the absence from the university. Susquehanna’s Counseling and Psychological Services will request the following documents:

• Submit a release for the Center for Academic Success (CAS) and for each health provider seen during your diagnosis and treatment.
• Readmission Provider Report Form submitted by each provider, regarding your readiness to return to full-time studies at a residential college.
• A letter reflecting on any additional activities you participated in to promote personal wellness and describing a success plan for your return.

To allow time for processing requests for readmission, all required materials must be received by the deadline for the semester you intend to return.

• Summer semester: March 15
• Fall semester: June 15
• Spring semester: Nov. 15

Contact the Student Life Office at  to discuss any specific stipulations on returning to campus.

A student returning from suspension will be on probation until meeting the criteria for good academic standing. See the Academic Probation tab for more.

Students returning from suspension are expected to achieve good academic standing by the end of two semesters after being readmitted. If, after two semesters, the student remains below the relevant probation criterion, they will be permanently suspended from the university. If, after two semesters, the student is above the relevant probation criterion but still below good academic standing, they may have a third and final semester to achieve good academic standing.

Additional requirements: Email supporting documentation to  and indicate your interest in returning.

• Supporting documentation (letter of recommendation from employer, therapist, professor, etc., indicating readiness to return)
• A one-page letter outlining:
  • What hindered academic performance during your time at Susquehanna.
  • What you’ve done during your time away to address those issues.
  • A plan of action explaining how you will use campus resources to succeed, including how you would manage challenges and setbacks after returning to the university.

Students who left the university due to nonvoluntary conditions should refer to their leave of absence letter for information on their return, including dates and conditions.