Late Withdrawals
Late withdrawals will be approved only under extreme, documented circumstances. Requesting a late withdrawal due to a low grade in the class, lack of interest in the subject matter, a different learning style from that of the classroom professor, or a change of major/requirements are not reasons that will be honored.
If a student believes that extraordinary circumstances require withdrawing from a class after the deadline, the student must complete the following steps:
- Write a letter fully specifying the reasons for the withdrawal.
- Gather supporting documentation (physical report, court documents, hospital documents, etc.).
- Meet with the academic advisor who will complete and sign a Late Withdrawal request form.
- Meet with the chair of the division for a signature on the request form.
- Submit the signed form, along with the letter and documentation, to the dean of academics.
- If approved for a late withdrawal, the student will receive a W.
Notes: (1) In addition, students are not permitted to withdraw from a cluster or course to attend another cluster or course if that cluster or course has already had two class meetings.
(2) A student who is a first responder may elect to withdraw from a cluster or course with a grade of W at any time during the term if documentation is provided verifying that the student’s first responder duties were the cause of absences exceeding the number of allowable excused absences. This policy applies to academic withdrawal only.
(3) Calculation of the return of Title IV aid will be based on the last date of attendance for the term. This may result in a balance due to the university for which the student will be responsible.
(4) Petition for Late Withdrawal may be denied based on implications of the financial aid cycle.