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Departing Missionaries

Prepare for your mission with the steps and resources needed before leaving BYU–Hawaii.

We want to help you begin your mission with a clear understanding of your mission deferment and confidence that you can smoothly transition back to BYU–Hawaii when you return.

Before You Leave

Students are strongly encouraged to:

  • Meet with an academic advisor to review degree progress and plan for return
  • Review your Academic Plan in Workday
  • Contact Financial Aid to understand the impacts on scholarships, grants, or loans
  • Resolve any holds or outstanding obligations
  • Consult with International Student Services if applicable
What You Should Know
Suggested Enrollment Windows
Registration
Submit Your Request

Students planning to serve a mission must complete the official Mission Discontinuance process before leaving. Deferment is only approved for missionary service.

To keep your enrollment and scholarships active without reapplying, please note the following:

  • You must be admitted as a degree-seeking student before submitting a deferment. Early application is recommended.
  • Submit your deferment request after receiving your mission call and before the end of your expected enrollment semester.
  • Students admitted for Spring or Summer must submit their deferment by the end of the Fall semester.
  • Students on academic suspension or dismissal are not eligible for deferment.
  • A leave of absence may be used before submitting a deferment, but university policies must still be followed. See Leave of Absence guidelines for details.
  • If your mission timeline changes or you have questions about deadlines, contact the Office of the Registrar.

To help you plan your return from your mission and resume your studies smoothly, use the following guidelines based on your return date:

Return from MissionEnroll No Later Than
May - SeptemberWinter Semester
October - DecemberSpring Semester
January - AprilFall Semester

    Once a mission deferment is submitted, students will not be able to register for classes. Please note:

    • Do not register for classes during the semester you plan to begin your mission.
    • If you are already enrolled, you must withdraw from your classes before submitting a deferment. Contact the Office of the Registrar if you need help.
    • If you complete a semester before leaving, you must still submit your deferment before the deadline.
    • Newly admitted students must either enroll in their admitted semester or submit a deferment.
    • Failure to enroll or submit a deferment may require you to reapply for admission.

    Steps to Submit Your Request

    1. Log in to Workday Student.
    2. Search for “Request Withdrawal.”
    3. Select the withdrawal option.
    4. Enter your start date using the first day of class for the semester you plan to leave. Refer to the Academic Dates & Deadlines calendar.
    5. Select:
      • Mission (No Previous Coursework), or
      • Mission (With Previous Coursework)
    6. Click OK.
    7. In the comment box, enter your expected return date using the first day of class for the semester you plan to return. Refer to the Academic Dates & Deadlines calendar.
    8. Review your information, check the confirmation box, and click Submit Request.

    Your request will then be reviewed and processed.

    Additional Resources

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    Admissions

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    International Student Services

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    Financial Aid & Scholarships

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