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Medical extenuating circumstances & dropping out

I'm currently taking a medical interruption of study from the first year of a maths course at a top-tier university. I'm considering dropping out completely for the sake of my immediate mental health, which is a decision the department is likely to support.

I would like to attend tertiary education in the future, possibly beginning in late 2018, but I'm worried that if I drop out now, especially for mental health reasons, it will be seen as a black mark against my application for competitive universities - possibly giving the perception that I simply "flaked out" of the course.

So the question is, if I do go down that road, is it likely that any institutions I apply to will seriously consider my application despite my history of having not completed a degree? Of course I will be able to provide documents from a medical professional confirming my condition, as well as a letter from the university to the effect that the termination of my studies was on health grounds.
Original post by SnakePlissken
I'm currently taking a medical interruption of study from the first year of a maths course at a top-tier university. I'm considering dropping out completely for the sake of my immediate mental health, which is a decision the department is likely to support.

I would like to attend tertiary education in the future, possibly beginning in late 2018, but I'm worried that if I drop out now, especially for mental health reasons, it will be seen as a black mark against my application for competitive universities - possibly giving the perception that I simply "flaked out" of the course.

So the question is, if I do go down that road, is it likely that any institutions I apply to will seriously consider my application despite my history of having not completed a degree? Of course I will be able to provide documents from a medical professional confirming my condition, as well as a letter from the university to the effect that the termination of my studies was on health grounds.


Nope I wouldnt worry.It is illegal to discriminate against anyone with a disability. You need to get better first. If you need to you can try and claim the money back for compelling personal reasons as well. I dont think the Uni terminates, it should be more that you voluntarily withdraw yourself.
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Original post by SnakePlissken
I'm currently taking a medical interruption of study from the first year of a maths course at a top-tier university. I'm considering dropping out completely for the sake of my immediate mental health, which is a decision the department is likely to support.

I would like to attend tertiary education in the future, possibly beginning in late 2018, but I'm worried that if I drop out now, especially for mental health reasons, it will be seen as a black mark against my application for competitive universities - possibly giving the perception that I simply "flaked out" of the course.

So the question is, if I do go down that road, is it likely that any institutions I apply to will seriously consider my application despite my history of having not completed a degree? Of course I will be able to provide documents from a medical professional confirming my condition, as well as a letter from the university to the effect that the termination of my studies was on health grounds.


No, it won't count against you. Knowing when you need to pause and regroup is often viewed as a sign of maturity and good decision-making. As long as you can satisfy a future uni that your health issues have been resolved, you'll be absolutely fine.

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