This procedure applies to non-medical leaves. For reinstatement after a medical leave of absence, please see Medical Leave of Absence
See the College policy on “Withdrawal, Leaves of Absence, and Dismissal from the College” in the Academic Catalog.
A Reinstatement Application must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the requested term of return.
| Quarter | Reinstatement Application and Paperwork Due |
|---|---|
| Spring 2024 | February 28, 2025 |
| Fall 2025 | August 15, 2025 |
| Winter 2026 | December 4, 2025 |
Transcripts of all work completed at other colleges or universities must be sent directly to the Registrar at Kalamazoo College.
Once the Reinstatement Application has been received, the Dean of Students will verify five areas before a decision is made about reinstatement to the College:
- Financial – All outstanding charges on the student account must be paid in full before the student can be reinstated.
- Student Conduct – Any history of academic or social misconduct may be grounds to deny reinstatement or warrant specific requirements for a student’s return to the College.
- Academic Standing – If the student did not leave the College in good academic standing, the reinstatement request will be considered by The Academic Standards Committee. The Committee may deny reinstatement or provide specific academic requirements that must be met upon return to the College.
- Financial Aid – Re-admittance to the College does not guarantee a resumption of previous offers of financial aid. It is recommended that the student contact the Office of Financial Aid (269.337.7192) for specific information about the opportunity to receive financial aid.
- Health Center – Reinstatement to the College requires that a student be current on all required vaccinations, and documentation must be submitted to the Health Center.
When the five areas listed above have been verified, the Dean of Students will contact the student regarding the status of the reinstatement request. Once the process and any necessary follow up are complete, the student will receive a decision letter from the Dean of Students.
If you have any questions please contact Dana Jansma, Dean of Students (dana.jansma@kzoo.edu or 269.337.7210).