Academic Services

Student Restrictions While On Leave

While students may be eligible for leave, they should take into consideration that taking a leave of absence means relinquishing many student privileges. Notably, students on approved leave are not eligible for student academic apprentice positions (TA and GSR) or financial support. In many instances, loan agencies expect repayment when a student stops registering, including leaves of absence; students are encouraged to contact their loan agency prior to going on leave.

While on leave, students ARE NOT eligible to:

• Hold apprentice (TA, GSR) or other student appointment titles.
• Receive most forms of University financial support.
• Be exempt from payment of loans that comes with registered status (check with loan agency)
• Have student bus privileges on the MTD (a valid registration card is required)
• Obtain "S" status parking privileges from UCSB Parking Services
• Obtain parking benefits from the Transportation Alternatives Program

While on leave, students MAY:

• Access the Student Health Service with payment of $54 per visit plus costs.
• Purchase Student Health Insurance (GSHIP) for up to a maximum of 3 quarters of leave.
• Have continued borrowing privileges at the Davidson Library (including doctoral privileges)
• Negotiate with Student Housing Office to remain in student housing
• Use the Recreation Center with payment of $60 fee per quarter
• Use Career Services reference letter service (cost for other services may vary)
• Place children in the University Children's Center for up to a maximum of 3 quarters of leave