Mormon missionary age reduction prompts U. deferment policy

In a crucial policy shift aimed at accommodating young Mormon missionaries, the University of Utah will allow incoming students to defer admission while they pursue church, humanitarian or military service for up to 2½ years. Current policies require students who want to put off college to apply for a leave of absence, but they can make the request only after they complete at least one semester of school.

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