Leave of Absence for Master’s Students

BGE programs follow the BGE Handbook for all types of leaves of absence. Below is an overview of the process for each type.
Leave Types
Personal Leave
- Request Deadline: Submit the form by the end of the Add/Drop period.
- Details: Form / Academic Policy / Academic & Refund Calendars
Medical Leave
- Details: Medical Leave Guides / Academic Policy / Academic & Refund Calendars
- Please Note: Dr. Jade Sanders (js5048@georgetown.edu or 202-687-0369) from Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) serves BGE students.
Military Leave
- Request Deadline: Contact BGE Academic Affairs as soon as possible after receiving military orders that require you to withdraw from a course or program.
- Details: Form / Academic Policy / Academic & Refund Calendars
Parental Leave
- Request Deadline: Submit your request to BGE Academic Affairs at least 3 months before your planned leave start date.
- Details: Academic Policy / Academic & Refund Calendars
- Note: Students may choose to take a voluntary medical leave instead of, or in addition to, parental leave. See the Medical Leave section above for details.
