When is the last day to withdraw/resign from classes?
The deadline to withdraw from a class with a grade of "W" and the deadline to resign from the Сòòò½APP are published in the Academic Calendar. The deadline for voluntary resignation from the Сòòò½APP is approximately 70% into the semester/session/intersession.
If you are attempting to withdraw from a class or resign from the Сòòò½APP after the deadline, you must appeal to the academic dean of your college and present proof of extenuating circumstances before your request can be considered for late/retroactive approval.
How does resigning affect my academic record?
If you resign or cancel your registration on or before the fourteenth (14th) day of class, in a regular semester (spring or fall), or by the seventh (7th) day of a summer session, you are required to reapply for admission for future enrollment. If you resign after the Schedule Adjustment (Drop/Add) Period, you will be assigned grades of "W" for all courses in the semester which you resigned.
How will my financial obligation to the Сòòò½APP be affected if I withdraw from a class?
You are financially responsible from the course(s) in which you choose to withdraw from. There is no tuition and fee appeal process for fees associated with a course dropped with grade of "W.
How will my financial obligation to the Сòòò½APP be affected if I resign (drop all classes)?
Please review the Resignation Schedule for information regarding the tuition/fee refund you may receive depending on when you resigned for the semester.
What are some of the financial implications for withdrawing/resigning?
If you receive financial aid, you may be required to repay all or part of your financial aid if you drop one or more classes. Contact the with questions.
- Financial Aid Recipients (TOPS, Financial Aid, PELL, etc) Сòòò½APP“If dropping to less than full-time, it is recommended that you meet with a Financial Aid Counselor. Falling below full-time status may affect your financial aid, scholarships, grants, or loans. Resigning early in the term may result in a portion of your aid being required to be returned. It is critical to be mindful of your Financial Aid Satisfactory Progress (SAP) as well as limitations on repeated courses.
- Veteran Benefits - If you receive veteransСòòò½APP™ benefits, notify the .
- Scholarships - Contact the regarding any scholarship you have received.
- Housing Сòòò½APP“ If residing on campus and dropping all classes/resigning, it is recommended that you contact for information on how to cancel your housing/meal plan contract.
- External Aid: Other types of external aid may be affected when dropping one or more classes.
Example: Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS); requires full-time status.
Will withdrawing/resigning affect me academically?
Progress to Degree:
- Dropping a class or all classes could delay your timeline to complete your degree.
- Be considerate of classes that are prerequisites for the upcoming term.
Academics
- Eligibility to remain in your desired academic program (major)
- Restrictions based on repeats, linked classes, and prerequisite/co-requisite classes
Will I lose benefits if I withdraw/resign?
Student Athletes - Student athletes should consult with the before withdrawing from one or more classes as this may affect your eligibility with the NCAA.
International Students - International students should consult with the before withdrawing from one or more classes as this may affect your visa status or other requirements.
Student Status - Full-time status is necessary to qualify for some benefits (Example - Good Student Discount).