Withdrawal

Before withdrawing from a course, students should consult their instructor and academic advisor. After the drop period, students may withdraw in Banner Student self-service up until the end of the 12th week of classes. For shorter terms, refer to the academic calendar. Withdrawals are effective on the submission date, will be marked as 'W' on the transcript, and do not impact the grade point average (GPA).

Tuition and fees may be adjusted if the effective date of withdrawal falls within the published refund period. Students receiving financial aid must contact the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships, as withdrawal may affect aid eligibility and/or result in a balance owed.

Late Course Withdrawal

Students facing extraordinary circumstances who missed the withdrawal deadline can submit a Late Course Withdrawal to the instructor up to the last day of classes. If approved, the instructor will forward it to the department chairperson for final approval. If the instructor is the chairperson, the Dean of the college or school will handle the approval. The Dean can also approve appeals received after the deadline.

Students who wish to withdraw from the university with no intention of returning must submit a University Withdrawal/Leave Option Form. The withdrawal becomes effective on the date the form is received or when all courses have been dropped or withdrawn. Students who withdraw after the drop period but before the end of the 12th week of the semester will receive grades of "W." After the 12th week, grades will be assigned by instructors based on coursework completed.

Tuition and fees may be adjusted if the effective date of withdrawal falls within the published refund period. Students receiving financial aid must contact the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships, as withdrawal may affect aid eligibility, result in a balance owed, and require loan exit counseling.

Stopped-Out Students

Students who cease attendance without formally notifying the university will be administratively withdrawn at the end of the semester and assigned grades by their instructors based on completed coursework. Financial aid adjustments will be calculated using either the midpoint of the semester or the last reported date of attendance—whichever is later. Students who do not return for the following semester will also be withdrawn from the university.

Students may request a review and potential adjustment of their official withdrawal date or billed charges in cases involving extraordinary circumstances. Appeals must be submitted within 30 days after the end of the semester in question. Submitting an appeal does not suspend current academic or financial obligations; however, it initiates a review of applicable charges and financial aid. If a reduction in charges is approved by the University President or designee, it will be calculated after accounting for any retained grant or scholarship funds.