Medical Withdrawal

Requests must be submitted either during or immediately following the term in question. Requests will not be reviewed after one calendar year from the end of the term in question by the Dean of Students Office. Please refer to Oakland University's important dates. Requests must be submitted before your degree is awarded.

1. All Requests for Exception forms must include a student explanation and verifiable medical documentation. Accepted documentation includes: a letter/note from your physician or medical provider on their letterhead indicating the dates you were seen and general nature of your condition is required. The letter/note must be signed by your physician or medical provider and must speak to your ability to be academically successful during the time period in question. Supporting Documentation can be submitted in the request form.
2. You must speak with Student Financial Services before submitting your request. There are possible financial aid implications that may result in requiring you to return all or a portion of your financial aid. Please contact Student Financial Services at 120 North Foundation Hall or (248) 370-2550.
3. Last Date of Attendance is required. Please indicate the approximate last date you attended the course(s) in question.
4. Consider Other Possible Implications:
   1. Speak with your advisor as the request may impact your future class schedule.
   2. Please ensure you are reviewing all of your options and make an informed decision by visiting the Office of the Registrar’s Drop, Withdraw & Repeat informational page.
   3. If you live on campus, be sure to speak with University Housing and be prepared to move out of your assigned space within 24 hours of withdrawing from school.

Please allow at least two weeks for your request to be reviewed after submission. If more information is required, you will be notified through your Oakland University email address. If you do not respond in a timely manner, your request will be denied.

You will be notified of approval or denial to your Oakland University email address. If approved, the Registrar’s Office will process your withdrawal or tuition refund/record deletion. They can be reached for questions at [email protected] or 248-370-3450.