Cape Cod Community College is committed to ensuring that students who are called to or enlist in active military service are not academically or financially penalized as a result of their service. In accordance with Massachusetts General Law (M.G.L.) c. 15A, Sections 43 and 44(d), the College provides the protections required by law and will work with students to support their return to their studies.
Students who are unable to complete one or more academic courses due to active military service shall, upon verification, be provided the following:
- The option to complete the course at a later date without academic penalty or to withdraw from the course.
- If the original course is no longer available upon the student’s return, the College will work with the student to identify an appropriate alternative to satisfy the academic requirement.
- Non-punitive withdrawals from courses, with the student’s academic record reflecting that the withdrawal was due to active military service.
- The option of a refund or credit of tuition and fees for courses the student is unable to complete due to military service. Any refund related to health insurance fees shall be subject to the requirements of the College’s insurance carrier.
- Priority enrollment in the program of their choice for the two semesters immediately following discharge from active military service.
- Upon request, the College will assist students in identifying appropriate institutional and external resources related to their military activation.
- The President may waive or suspend institutional policies or regulations that negatively impact a student’s withdrawal from or return to the College due to active military service.
Students who have received or expect to receive financial aid should contact the Financial Aid Office to make appropriate arrangements.
To receive these protections, students must provide verification of active-duty orders to the Registrar’s Office within seven (7) days of receipt. If the order is not provided in writing, the student may submit an affidavit that includes information the College can use to verify the order.