Withdrawals

Voluntary Withdrawal

Withdrawal is a permanent and voluntary termination of studies instituted by the medical student. Students wishing to withdraw must submit a written request to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs. The request must include the reason(s) for withdrawal and an acknowledgment that the student understands that withdrawal is voluntary and permanent. In addition to the written request, it is advised that the student meet with the Assistant Dean of Student affairs. A student who has withdrawn will have to reapply to UTRGV SOM if he/she decides to return.

Involuntary Withdrawal

The MSEPC may recommend a student withdraws from the medical education program.

Withdrawal in this sense would be permanent termination of studies as a result of failure to demonstrate adequate progress related to academics or professional conduct at any point in the curriculum. Details about recommendations of withdrawal are found under policies related to Student Promotion, Evaluation, and Remediation.