Student Handbook 2025-26

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Voluntary and Involuntary Leave from the College

Voluntary Leave

At times, due to a student’s mental health, a medical condition, serious family issues, or other extenuating circumstances, a student may request a voluntary leave.

A voluntary leave is a temporary separation from the College for a specified period of time.

This period of time is to be determined in consultation with the Vice President of Academic Affairs, Vice President of Student Affairs, Dean of Center for Student Success, and Dean of Students. Students may have the option to complete coursework missed during the period of voluntary leave. During the voluntary leave time, the student remains financially responsible for all tuition and fees. No proration of said financial obligations shall be granted during the leave period.

Involuntary Leave

An involuntary leave shall be invoked in extraordinary circumstances when a student is unable or unwilling to request a voluntary leave and/or when such leave may be necessary to protect the safety of that student and/or others within the Beacon community or the integrity of the College’s learning environment.

To invoke an involuntary leave, the Vice President of Student Affairs, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dean of Center for Student Success, and Dean of Students, will

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