Withdraw from courses

What is the difference between dropping a class and withdrawing from it? Whether you drop a course or withdraw from it is determined by what time in the term you request the course to be removed. Dropping a class prior to the registration deadline date removes the class and all associated fees from your record. A withdrawal is maintained permanently on your academic record (a W is added next to the course name on your transcript). Speak with a Faculty advisor before withdrawing to understand the academic effects. Speak with the Student Service Centre to understand the financial impacts, or if you have questions about how to complete the withdrawal process. Speak with International Education and Enrolment to understand possible study permit impacts if you are an international student.

How to Access

To understand potential implications to your program requirements, contact your faculty Academic Advisor.
For financial implications (loans, etc.), contact Student Service Centre (SSC).
For visa implications for international students, contact International Education and Enrolment.
Until the withdrawal deadline in a term, students may withdraw from courses using Bear Tracks, under the "Manage Classes" tile. See detailed directions.

Location

2-180 University Commons

Hours of Operation

Student Service Centre hours

What to Expect

If the class requires approval for withdrawal, it will still show you as enrolled until approved by your Faculty. Please monitor Bear Tracks for updates.
If more information is required, you will be contacted via email. Continue to attend class(es) until you have confirmation that your withdrawal has been approved. Once it has been approved, it will show as stated above.

Cost

Fees may apply

Special Conditions

Before refund deadline: 50% fee reduction
After refund deadline: No refund
Deadlines are strict: No exceptions
Must officially withdraw: No withdrawal = full fees owed
Deposit: Non-refundable (except special cases)
You may still owe money after withdrawing

Contact

Online: Student Service Portal (submit via general inquiries)
In person, phone, and live chat: Student Service Centre
Faculty Advisors: Undergraduate Academic Advising by Faculty

Relevant Links

Withdrawals - Office of the Registrar

Audience: Undergraduate students

Home Campus: All

Delivery format: In-Person: North Campus, In-Person: Augustana Campus, In-Person: Campus Saint-Jean, Virtual/Phone Meeting, Email/Ticket/Form, Live Chat/Chatbot, Webpage

Access: Access anytime

Service Provider: Student Service Centre (SSC), International Education + Enrolment, Faculty services offices

Language: English, French