Schedule a Re-Entry/Exit Interview with an advisor via Bookings to discuss your situation.
Time Away from OHIO
Exit Survey and Checklist
Enrollment Planning for Students Stepping Away from OHIO for a Semester
Need a semester off?
Coming back in the future?
Transferring to a different university?
We are here to help you make smooth transitions and reach your goals your way and on your timeline.
Please share your enrollment plans with us
Complete the enrollment plans survey to let us know if you plan to return or, if you don’t, why that is. Survey completion earns you one free transcript.
- If you need time away, but plan to return to OHIO. We can help you with that!
- If you do not plan to return to OHIO and you are not graduating so we understand why you are not coming back.
- Students who complete this form who are transferring to a different university receive one free transcript.
By completing this survey An Academic Advisor will review your survey responses and offer assistance for any concerns raised.
Planning to stay, but need help? Make an appointment with an advisor:
How to Leave Well
Current Semester
If you are withdrawing from the classes you are currently enrolled in before they are over, you must speak to a staff member in your college office:
- Arts and Sciences • Gordy Hall 155, 740.593.2845
- Business • Copeland Hall 214, 740.593.2000
- Scripps College of Communication • Schoonover Center 100, 740.597.2197
- Patton College of Education • Patton Hall, 740.593.4400
- Russ College of Engineering and Technology • Stocker Center 120, 740.593.1483
- Chaddock & Morrow College of Fine Arts • Jennings House, 740.593.1812
- Health Sciences and Professions • Grover Center W364, 740.593.9334
- University College • Chubb Hall 140, 740.593.1935
- Regional Higher Education • Grosvenor 018, 740.597.1553
Next Semester
If you are going to complete the semester but not return for the next one:
- If you are registered for courses for the following semester, drop all of these courses online via course registration.
- If you live in a residence hall, email Housing & Residence Life with a statement detailing your intent to withdraw and see a Housing & Residence Life staff member in your hall to officially check out of your room. Otherwise, you will continue to be billed. If you believe that you should receive a refund for your housing and dining, review the Withdraw Information web page.
- If you are receiving loans, grants, or scholarships, contact the Financial Aid Office to notify them that you are not returning. They will help you prepare for the next financial step in your education.
- If you believe that you should receive a refund from Ohio University, contact the Bursar’s Office.
- If you have Bobcat Cash remaining on your student ID, request a refund of the balance of your account.
- If you believe that you should receive a refund for a parking permit, contact Parking Services.
- If you need a copy of your Ohio University transcript, you can order a copy online or visit the University Registrar in Chubb Hall.
- If you have a job on campus, let your supervisor know that you are not returning. Confirm receipt of any remaining paychecks, as needed.