• Students are expected to be diligent in attending classes. However, in cases the student is sick or needs to attend to personal matters, he/she must fill out the “Notification of Absence” form to be excused from class(es).

•“Notification of Absence” may be completed online. Please find the instructions here.

• Notification of Absence for personal reasons should be submitted before the date of absence. In case the student cannot process the form in advance, a maximum of 2 days will be extended; in case of absence due to sickness, he/she can file the form upon return within 3 days.

• Notification of Absence for Academic-related activities/events should be submitted in advance. Verification from the related department(s) is necessary.

• Any student who has been absent for more than one-third (1/3) of the total class hours will be notified and referred to his/her department/institute office and home university, and the student’s grades will be affected.

• Exchange students who leave the university before the end of the semester must ensure that they can complete all assignments and in-person exams.