Medical Withdrawal Policy
A student may request and be considered for a medical withdrawal when extraordinary circumstances, such as a serious illness or injury prevent the student from continuing classes. The medical withdrawal policy covers both physical health and mental health difficulties.
A medical withdrawal can only be approved for one semester during a student's undergraduate studies. Likewise, a medical withdrawal can only be approved for one semester during a student's graduate studies.
A medical withdrawal from the University will constitute a full withdrawal from all academic classes for the requested semester. Withdrawal from courses through the regular process should be considered prior to requesting a medical withdrawal.
A request for a medical withdrawal must be filed on or before the last day of the semester involved unless the student can provide documentation to show that it was not possible to make the request within this time frame. A medical withdrawal does not dismiss students from their financial obligations with the University. Financial obligations could include tuition and fees, housing costs, outstanding fines, repayment of financial aid, telephone bills, etc.
Application for a medical withdrawal does not guarantee that a withdrawal will be granted. All medical withdrawal requests are evaluated on an individual basis. Students may apply for a medical withdrawal by following the guidelines of UAR 130.
To print the Request for Medical Withdrawal forms, visit https://www.moreheadstate.edu/academics/academic-affairs/students/medical-withdrawal. If you are unable to access the forms electronically or need additional assistance, contact the Office of Undergraduate Education and Student Success at 606-783-2003 or email ap@moreheadstate.edu.