In most cases, leaves do not exceed one year. The conditions and time of reentry are subject to the availability of space in Year 3 clerkships. Academic leaves of absence are available if you would like to pursue specialized academic work in a defined field of study. You must be in good academic standing. Approval will not be given for intervals in excess of one year without application to the Student Promotions Committee.
Illness can seriously impede student progress through an academic program.
If you anticipate an absence of 10 days or more, you must secure a medical leave of absence and submit a letter from your physician. In some years, no applications are considered. Interviews are by invitation. Candidates selected for interviews will be interviewed separately by two Admission Committee members. Normally, interviews are about 45 minutes in length.