Withdrawal Policy

The withdrawal policy was established to permit students to officially withdraw from a class or all classes after the tenth calendar day of the term. The grade "W" is not used in calculating the student's GPA.

WITHDRAWING THROUGH THE MIDPOINT

Beginning the eleventh calendar day and continuing through the midpoint students may withdraw from a class or the University without instructor/department permission. A "W" grade is recorded on the transcript and appropriate tuition and fees are assessed. Refer to the Income Accounting and Student Loan Services Offices for refund information. Check the academic calendar for specific withdrawal dates.

Students can withdraw from classes by the following methods:

  • Admitted students can withdraw online through the Campus Information System.
  • Students enrolled in noncredit courses, including workshops and short term classes, should contact the Continuing Education Office.
  • Students enrolled in workshops, short term, or miscellaneous courses for credit should contact the Registration Division for withdrawal procedures and deadlines.

WITHDRAWING AFTER THE MIDPOINT

After the midpoint of the term, students may petition the deadline for withdrawal if they have a nonacademic emergency.

  • Students with declared majors apply to the office of the dean of their academic college.
  • Undeclared, nonmatriculated and premajor students apply to the University College Advising Office.
  • The "Petition for Consideration of Exception to the Withdrawal Policy" form may be obtained from the appropriate dean's office. Submit the petition and supporting documentation to the dean's office by the last day of regular course instruction preceding the final exam period.