Reserves Called to Active Duty
Indiana University realizes students who are members of the U.S. armed forces may be called to active duty, specialized training, or as part of disaster relief efforts with little notice. While the following policy does NOT pertain to initial active duty training (i.e. basic training), this policy is provided in order to minimize disruptions or inconveniences for students fulfilling their unanticipated U.S. military responsibilities in the midst of an academic term/session.
Any student called to active duty, specialized training or as part of disaster relief efforts may withdraw from all courses and receive a 100% refund of tuition and fees. Alternatively, with the permission of the instructor(s), a student may receive an incomplete or a final grade in some or all of the courses taken. Either alternative may occur anytime during the semester through the end of final examinations. If the withdrawal is processed after the first week of classes, the grade of W will be assigned. Students receiving financial aid will be subject to the refund policies as provided for by the agencies sponsoring the aid. The request to withdraw needs to be made within one week of official notification by the military service and may be made by either the student or other responsible party who has the student's military information.
Students who wish to withdraw from courses as a result of being called to active duty, specialized training, or disaster relief efforts must provide a copy of their orders to the Jack Howell, Veteran’s Certifying Official, (812) 941- 2535, in the Office of the Registrar, along with a signed note asking to be withdrawn. Either office provides a one-point-of-contact process for withdrawals so students won’t need to visit various offices. Students or other responsible parties may wish to contact the appropriate campus office first to begin the withdrawal process based on some official military documentation, with the understanding that a copy of the orders would need to be forthcoming.
Students who cannot enroll for a future term or who need to withdraw from a current term due to military commitments can also be placed on a military leave of absence that will extend access to their IU computer and email accounts while they are gone. A copy of orders provided to Jack Howell, the Veterans Certifying Offical, will initiate this action.
For any questions about this process or to request withdrawal from classes due to military orders, contact: Jack Howell, Veteran’s Certifying Official,(812) 941-2535.
Veteran's who are called to active duty and provide a copy of their orders will not lose any GI Bill benefits already used during the semester due to being activated.
Comments:
If you have comments, additional items to add, or any suggestions to improve this Veterans Web Page see Jack Howell in the Registrar's Office or email me at howellj@ius.edu . Changes or additions can be anything that may be helpful to the IUS Veteran.
