Not attending class does not constitute withdrawal. Students receiving a grade of W or NE in any course are responsible for the costs associated with that course. Students must drop courses using processes described below.
Note: College of Professional Studies graduate students should consult the CPS graduate section of this catalog for class drop timelines specific to CPS graduate terms.
In Fall and Spring Semesters
- Through the third week of the semester, students may withdraw without any grade being posted to the transcript. Courses may be dropped via the Student Hub.
- Between the fourth week and the last day of classes, course withdrawals are indicated by a W on the student’s record. Courses may be dropped via the Student Hub. No financial adjustment is made for courses receiving a W grade.
- After the last day of classes, no withdrawals are accepted for any reason. A letter grade for the course will be posted on the transcript.
- Dropping below full-time enrollment may affect financial aid, health insurance eligibility, and the maintenance of proper nonimmigrant visa status.
In Summer Half Semesters
- Through the second week of the half semester, students may withdraw without any grade being posted to the transcript. Courses may be dropped via the Student Hub.
- Between the third week and the last day of classes, course withdrawals are indicated by a W on the student’s record. Courses may be dropped via the Student Hub. No financial adjustment is made for courses receiving a W grade.
- After the last day of classes, no withdrawals are accepted for any reason. A letter grade for the course will be posted on the transcript.
- Dropping below full-time enrollment may affect financial aid.