Taking a Leave or Withdrawal

Need to Take a Leave of Absence or Withdrawal from the University

International students in F-1 status may take a leave of absence or withdrawal from UNC Charlotte as long as they will be outside of the U.S. during this time period.

Please discuss your plans to take a leave of absence with an advisor during advising hours and fill out the application below.

• Checklist – Checklist for taking an immigration leave of absence
• Application – Taking a Leave of Absence or Withdrawing from UNC Charlotte through ISSO Portal.

Returning from a Leave of Absence

If you are ready to return to UNC Charlotte after your leave of absence, see the links below.

• Checklist – Steps for returning from a leave of absence (see page 2).
• Application – Returning from a Leave of Absence application through the ISSO Portal.
• NOTE – Please start your return process as early as possible so that the ISSO has time to activate your SEVIS record (if applicable).