Dropping Classes / withdrawing from a program
How do I drop a course?
If you decide you do not want to continue in a course it is your responsibility to drop it within the posted deadlines. To drop a course you use the RAMSS system.
Note that you should check your status to make sure you successfully drop the course(s) in question otherwise you will receive an "F" or "FNA". Also, if you're on Probation you will need your Department/School's permission to drop a class.
What are the deadlines for dropping courses?
For course drop deadlines pertaining to continuing education see the Chang School Calendar for Important Dates.
For course drop deadlines pertaining to Graduate Students see the Significant Dates document for 12 week terms or two 6 week terms.
The following are the course drop deadlines for undergraduate classes:
Fall 2011
September 16/2011: Last day to drop a class with 100% refund.
October 7/2011: Last day to drop a class for a 50% refund.
October 8/2011 of any date thereafter: 0% refund for class drops.
November 11/2011: Last day to drop a single-term class with no academic penalty.
Winter 2012
January 20/2011: Last day to drop a class with 100% refund.
February 10/2011: Last day to drop a class for a 50% refund.
February 10/2011: Last day to drop a multi-term A/B class with no academic penalty.
February 11/2011 or any date thereafter: 0% refund for class drops.
March 16/2011: Last day to drop a single-term class with no academic penalty.
Spring/Summer 2012
May 18/2011: Last day to drop a single-term class that began in May with no academic penalty.
July 13/2011: Last day to drop a multi-term A/B class that began in June with no academic penalty.
July 20/2011: Last day to drop a single-term class that began in June with no academic penalty.
For Spring/Summer class drop refund schedule please inquire at the Student Fees office.
What should I consider before dropping a course?
Before dropping a course you should check:
* if it is a prerequisite for any of your future courses;
* when it is likely to be offered next;
* if you have a probationary contract, whether you have permission to drop it;
* if the course is a requirement for graduation (especially if you are nearing the end of your program);
* if dropping it will affect your OSAP or any other funding you have.
Can I drop a course after the final drop deadline?
Normally you can not drop a course after the final drop deadline, however, requests for retroactive drops based on medical or compassionate grounds will be considered upon receipt of a written letter to the Manager of Student Records. You must supply documentation to support your request. If you would like to discuss this option you can contact us.
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Will the instructor automatically drop me from the course if I stop going to class? NO
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If I tell the instructor that I am dropping the course will he/she drop me from the course? NO
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If I don't pay my fees will I be automatically dropped out of the course? NO
How do I permanently withdraw from my program?
To permanently withdraw from your program you must drop all your courses and fill out and submit one of the following forms:
Undergraduate Application to Withdraw Form
Graduate Application to Withdraw Form
Note that if you are RTW or PPW it is not necessary to fill out these forms.
What are the deadlines for withdrawing from my program?
For Graduate level withdrawal deadlines see the Significant Dates document for 12 week terms or two 6 week terms.
The Undergraduate level withdrawal deadlines are as below:
Fall 2011
September 16/2011
Final date to withdraw from an undergraduate program and be eligible for the majority of fees to be refunded ($400 non-refundable charge for Fall admission, re-admission, or re-instatement approvals, full-time programs; $200 non-refundable charge for Fall admission, re-admission or re-instatement approvals, part-time programs).
October 7/2011
Final date to withdraw from an undergraduate program and be eligible for a 50% refund of Fall 2011 fees.
November 11/2011
Final date to withdraw from an undergraduate program for the Fall 2011 term in good Academic Standing (no refund of Fall 2011 fees).
Winter 2012
January 20/2012
Final date to withdraw from an undergraduate program and be eligible for a full refund of fees ($100 non-refundable charge for Winter 2012 admission, re-admission or re-instatement approvals).
February 10/2012
Final date to withdraw from an undergraduate program and be eligible for a 50% refund of Winter 2012 fees.
March 16/2012
Final date to withdraw from an undergraduate program for the Winter 2012 term in good Academic Standing (no refund of Winter 2012 fees).
Spring/Summer 2012
May 11/2012
Final date to withdraw from an undergraduate program and be eligible for a full refund of fees ($200 non-refundable charge for Spring/Summer admission, re-admission or re-instatement approvals).
May 18/2012
Final date to withdraw from an undergraduate program in good Academic Standing and be eligible for a 50% refund, if applicable.
July 20/2012
Final date to withdraw from an undergraduate program in good Academic Standing (no refund of fees).
Can I withdraw temporarily (i.e. just for one or two semesters)?
Information about short-term withdrawal for undergraduate students is available from Enrolment Services & Student Records. The appropriate form to fill out is the Short-Term Withdrawal Form.
Information about short-term withdrawal for graduate students is found in Section 3 of the MA and PhD Admissions and Studies Policy.
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