Re-Entry Student Admissions
A re-entry student is someone who previously attended Stetson University and wishes to return after taking time away from their studies. Whether you paused your education to pursue other goals, manage personal commitments or explore new opportunities, we welcome you back to complete your degree. Your re-entry process depends on how you left Stetson University.
| Term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | August 17 |
| Spring 2027 | December 12 |
Graduate students may return during their respective summer terms. See the graduate academic calendar for term dates.
Apply as early as possible, because missing a deadline may affect your enrollment. If you cannot meet a deadline, submit a request to the Director of Undergraduate or Graduate Admissions. This does not guarantee an exception, but it helps us understand your situation. Complete applications submitted after the deadline are moved forward to the next qualifying re-entry term. For assistance with the re-entry process, contact us at [email protected] or call 386-822-7100.

Application Status
If you have already applied, you can check your application status at any time within the week following submission.
CHECK Your StatusRe-entry requirements depend on how you left Stetson University. Expand the section below that matches your situation for specific requirements and instructions.
Along with an application, you must submit documentation from a medical or mental health care provider outlining the treatment received while away from the university, including an assessment of readiness to return to Stetson. This information is subject to approval by the Dean of Students. The decision regarding re-entry will be based on an individualized assessment of the student’s readiness to resume studies and be a successful member of the campus community, with or without a reasonable accommodation. If re-entry is granted following a medical withdrawal, students may be subject to specific, personalized conditions of return, including, but not limited to, a behavioral agreement.
- Complete a Re-Entry Application
- Reach out to the Dean of Students Office to initiate the process to submit medical documentation followed by a return meeting.
- Please allow a minimum of two weeks for processing. A member of the Office of Admissions will reach out to communicate any additional steps.
Students have until the Add/drop date each semester to submit a return application. We encourage applying as early as possible for the intended semester to maintain efficient operation.
Along with an application, you must include a letter written to the Dean of the College/School presenting a plan for improved academic performance and noting any steps in the plan that have already been completed. Approval from the Dean of the College/School is required for re-entry. Students returning from academic suspension are placed on academic probation.
- Complete a Re-Entry Application
- Email a PDF of a “Request to Return” letter addressed to the Dean of your College/School to the Office of Admissions. It should include the following:
- What led to your academic suspension?
- What you have been doing since you left Stetson?
- How you plan to be successful upon your return?
- Allow a minimum of two weeks for processing. A member of the Office of Admissions will reach out to communicate any additional steps.
You may be required to complete a Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal to re-establish your Financial Aid Eligibility.
Along with an application, you must complete and provide proof of all completed sanctions provided to them by the Office of Community Standards. This may include a letter written to the Dean of Students presenting a plan for improved performance. Approval from the Office of Community Standards is required for re-entry. Students returning from disciplinary suspension may be placed on disciplinary probation.
- Complete a Re-Entry Application
- Email a PDF of a “Request to Return” letter addressed to the “Office of Community Standards” to the Office of Admissions. It should include the following:
- What led to your disciplinary suspension?
- What you have been doing since you left Stetson?
- How you plan to be successful upon your return?
- Reach out to the Office of Community Standards to schedule a return meeting.
- Allow a minimum of two weeks for processing. A member of the Office of Admissions will reach out to communicate any additional steps.
A "hold" may be placed on your account and records due to failure to timely remit payment, complete required paperwork or programming, or return University material or equipment. Below are non-exhaustive lists of financial reasons a student’s account and records may be placed on hold:
- Failure to timely pay tuition, fees, rent for campus housing, or other educational charges.
- Failure to timely resolve a returned payment or check.
These holds may prevent registration for the next term. If you have been absent from the University for a semester or more due to Financial Holds, along with an application, you must submit a written request to the Bursar in Student Accounts to review your account. You will be eligible to return after your financial obligation is met.
- Complete a Re-Entry Application
- Submit a written request to the Bursar in Student Accounts to review your account.
- Fulfill your Financial Obligation.
- Allow a minimum of two weeks for processing. A member of the Office of Admissions will reach out to communicate any additional steps.
Returning After One Semester
You do not need to submit a Re-Entry Application. Reach out to the Dean of your College or School and copy your Faculty Advisor to register for the next term and create a plan to work toward graduation.
Returning After More Than One Semester
- Complete a Re-Entry Application.
- Reach out to the Dean of your College or School and copy your Faculty Advisor.
- Allow a minimum of two weeks for processing. A member of the Office of Admissions will contact you about any additional steps.
Students who leave the School of Music for two consecutive regular semesters (fall-spring; spring-fall), for any reason, are required to complete a re-audition before returning to the program. The re-audition will evaluate the student’s current level of performance and determine appropriate placement. In addition, an interview with the Dean may be required. Re-entry into the School of Music is contingent upon faculty approval and the availability of space in the intended area of study.
Returning to the Hatter Family
As a returning student, you will need to meet with your advisor to register for the next term and create a plan to work toward graduation. It is important to follow up with additional offices including:
- Housing and Residential Life about your Housing or Request to live off campus
- Financial Planning Office about your scholarships and Federal Aid
- Bursar’s Office about your bill once you register.
You may be required to complete a Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal to re-establish your Financial Aid Eligibility.
