Course or Semester Withdrawal

Course Withdrawal 

Students can withdraw from individual courses during the designated withdrawal period. A "W" is applied to your transcript when you drop a class after add/drop but before the final withdrawal period of the semester.  It does not impact your grade point average (GPA). Students cannot drop below 12 credits using WebReg. If you are unsure about the withdrawal or would like to drop below 12 credits, please reach out to your advisor or dean at the SoE for help. 

Semester Withdrawal 

Plan for Semester Withdrawal 

If you are planning to withdraw from all of your courses or take an extended leave of absence (one semester or more), it is highly recommended that you consult with your advisor or dean. They will help you explore the best plan for your course sequences and degree completion. When considering semester withdrawal, be sure you understand how your financial aid can be affected, including the Standards of Academic Progress.  Advisors at RU-NB One Stop can provide assistance with this. 

Return to Campus (through Re-enrollment) 

Students must apply for Re-enrollment after a semester withdrawal.  If you plan to take courses the semester right after your withdrawal, it's best to submit your application for re-enrollment right after submitting your application for semester withdrawal. Doing this may enable you to register during the pre-registration period. 

Submit the Withdrawal Form 

Students who need to withdraw from all classes or take an extended leave of absence for one semester or more must submit the semester withdrawal form.  

Not attending classes is not the same as a formal withdrawal from classes. Be sure to understand the consequences for your actions. Students who do not file a semester withdrawal with the university can receive F’s instead of W's.