<p>you ned to contact your advisor by email now (but they will not get it until they return next week) and ask that question. The advisor may check their email over the holiday, but there is no requirement for that. If there is a heath center on campus, they may be able to answer that question as well. Usually, there is a way to get a waiver around those types of rules. However, some schools may have a zero tolerance policy for everyone regardless of the reason. Your school will have to review your request and let you know what you need to do and if the first day requirement can be waived for medical reasons.</p>