The unprecedented offer is meant to alleviate a stark increase in enrollment. The college typically has 2,500 students, but its student body jumped to 2,858 in fall 2021 and was 2,773 in fall 2022. This fall, it’s expected to potentially be as high as 2,845.
Permission to take the leave of absence and receive a stipend will be evaluated on a first come, first served basis. Students can fill out a form by August 3. They will receive the stipend in late December or mid-January and also receive preferred status in the spring room draw.
