<p>So I am thinking of taking the next semester off due to personal issues.</p>
<p>However, I was just notified that I must serve my mandatory, military duty for my country this upcoming January. </p>
<p>This means that I won't be back to college for almost 3 years.</p>
<p>is this possible? </p>
<p>Thanks,</p>
<p>Generally speaking, yes. However, your college may have institutional policies you have to follow. For example, you may need to re-apply for admission if your leave exceeds ___ semesters and/or you may lose your current scholarships. </p>
<p>Consult your college catalog for the official policies and speak to an adviser for more information.</p>