Below are many of the questions we receive from students and parents. If you do not find the answer you need, please feel free to contact us at:
Veteran Resources
The University Approved Absence Office (UAAO) issues University Approved Absences (UAA). To learn more about the UAAO and how to get an approved absence, please visit uaao.unc.edu.
Read the requirements and complete the online Student Emergency Fund Application.
Often called a disciplinary record request, at UNC this is called a Dean's Certification and is completed by the Office of Student Conduct.
No. Our office has drop-in hours which can be accessed by visiting go.unc.edu/ODOSdropins. A staff member will be able to assist you in our Zoom meeting room Monday through Friday, 9:30 A.M. – 11:30 A.M & 1:30 P.M.-3:30 P.M. when classes are in session. Drop-in meetings are intended to be about 15-20 minutes and are intended to address immediate concerns by answering questions and providing resources and information.
However, if you would like to make an appointment, you can do so by visiting go.unc.edu/meetwithODOS. Appointments can be scheduled for 30-45 minutes and are intended to address more complex concerns. Appointments will be offered using a virtual meeting platform or by phone depending on your preference.
We are located in SASB North Suite 1106 and open from 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday.
Carolina Veterans Resource Center
The Dean of Students office does not issue final exam excuses. Visit the Final Exam Excuse page on the Academic Advising website.
The links below contain the directions to redirecting your email address and/or setting up an alumni email account. Please account the UNC Help Desk for further assistance.
There are several ways to separate from the University. These include medical withdrawal, academic withdrawal, retroactive withdrawal, and cancellation.
All students: View the Withdrawals & Cancellations web page on the University Registrar website for policies relating to cancellation and withdrawal.
Undergraduate students:
Graduate students: View the Withdrawal from the University web page on the University Handbook website.
