Catalog Year Extension
If it is necessary for an enrolled student to “stop out”, it is to the student’s advantage to request an official Catalog Year Extension from the University. Doing so will allow the student to maintain the same degree requirements while not active, for up to one year. A student may request a Catalog Year Extension from the University for a one-year period by filling out the Catalog Year Extension Form. The request may also be made in writing if the student does not have the form. It is to a student’s advantage to wait until their enrollment is ready to expire before requesting a Catalog Year Extension.
Taking time off from a degree program does NOT automatically withdraw the student from his/her course enrollments. Students who are currently enrolled in Thomas Edison State University courses or portfolios must continue to work on them and adhere to all deadlines. Students who are unable to continue with their courses or portfolios must withdraw from them in accordance with the instructions given in course materials if they are not going to be completed in addition to filing for a Catalog Year Extension. Requesting a Catalog Year Extension does not entitle a student to a refund on current courses.
Returning From Taking Time Off
A student who requests a Catalog Year Extension may, within one year, become active by registering for a course, and completing the degree requirements for the year of his/her enrollment.
Degree Requirements for Returning Students
Students on an official Catalog Year Extension and registering for a course, and completing the degree requirements for the year of his/her enrollment if they continue in the same degree. If they re-enroll in a different degree, they will be required to complete the degree requirements in effect at the time of re-enrollment.
Inactive students who do not officially request a Catalog Year Extension from the University and wish to return to their studies must reapply. If accepted, they will be required to complete new degree requirements and in accordance with academic policies in effect at the time of re-enrollment.