A progression deferment is defined as a temporary, elected suspension of enrollment in a degree program for not more than 1 year. It is allowed for graduate nursing students who need, for various approved reasons, to voluntarily suspend degree progression. Students must be in good standing and do not have to follow the standard reapplication process when ready to return to Bellin College, provided not more than one year has passed since previous semester of enrollment. Students must meet with the Academic Advisor to begin the process and access the required paperwork. Students may also need to notify the appropriate student services personnel, depending on future enrollment status
- The Academic Advisor will assist the student in completing the Graduate Exit/Deferral Form.
- A student must request the deferment at or near the completion of a currently enrolled semester, otherwise an elective exit (withdrawal) is required.
- A student is not allowed to be enrolled at any other institution of higher education for credit during the deferment.
- A progression deferment is not considered a Leave of Absence (LOA), as defined by the U.S. Department of Education.
- A student will notify Bellin College of a projected return date for enrollment. A return to Bellin College must occur within one year, otherwise the student will be changed to withdrawn status, and will need to follow the readmit procedure.