11.1. Attendance Requirements
Attendance is mandatory unless prior approval has been granted. For all courses and scheduled sessions, students must notify the course coordinator by e-mail in advance if they are unable to attend class, as outlined in Section 11.2.
Consistent, timely attendance is considered a core component of professional conduct. Chronic or unexcused absences (>1 per semester) or lateness (>3 per semester) may result in a Notification of Concern and/or referral to the Student Development Committee for review under the Failure to Meet Professional Conduct Criteria (Section 10.6). Students are encouraged to speak with their faculty advisor if they are experiencing difficulties attending class.
Any contagious illness (such as COVID, influenza, etc.) requiring extended absences beyond two days will be subject to current Federal, State, and/or MGH Occupational Health protocols and guidelines. A medical note specifying the expected length of absence and clearance to return to campus will be required.