2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Frequently Asked Questions about Drops and Withdrawals

QUESTION  DROP  WITHDRAWAL 
When can I do this?  First 10 days of fall, spring, or summer semester, first two days of Interterm and five days of a subterm (block) course. Day 11 through week 10 of a fall, spring, or summer semester, Days 1-6 of Interterm, Days 6 – 25 of a subterm (block) course.
How do I do this?  Complete the 'Add/Drop Form' available in the Records Office obtaining the advisor’s signature. Return the form to the Records Office by the drop deadline.  Complete the “Withdrawal Form” from the Records Office obtaining the advisor’s and course instructor’s signatures. Return the form to the Records Office by the withdrawal deadline. 
Will the course appear on my transcript?  No  Yes, with a grade of W 
Will this affect my GPA?  No  No 
Will it reduce the number of credits for which I am registered?  Yes  No 
Will this change the amount I am charged for tuition?  Possibly.  Consult the Withdrawal and Refund Policy. No 
Will this affect my financial aid package?  Possibly  No 
Will this make me ineligible to play sports?  Possibly, check with your coach  Possibly, check with your coach