Documented Late Course Withdrawal Policy
Once the 60% mark of the semester has passed, a student’s ability to withdraw from a course becomes significantly more stringent. At this point, withdrawal is only permissible if, in the course instructor’s discernment, the student has a serious, documented reason for doing so.
The student must have a serious reason to seek course withdrawal after the 60% mark of the course (such as illness or death in the family). They should discuss course withdrawal with the course instructor. The student must provide the course instructor documentation in the form of a Documented Late Course Withdrawal Form, available from the Registrar’s Office or the college website, along with supporting documentation, such as a health care provider’s verification of student illness (physical or psychological) or of major illness of an immediate family member; copy of obituary, listing relationship of deceased to student; letter from student’s employer; or written statement explaining extenuating circumstances for review. This form and documentation must be submitted to the course instructor for review. If, in the instructor’s judgment, the student’s request for late withdrawal is valid, the instructor may issue the student a “W” for the course at their discretion. The faculty instructor will submit the Documented Late Course Withdrawal Form and the appropriate documentation to the Registrar’s Office by the close of business on the last day of class, where it will be kept on file.
Refer to the College Calendar for the specific date of each term’s last day of classes.
It’s important to note that late withdrawals can have significant implications on both students’ financial aid and the institution’s finances. Therefore, late withdrawals should be cautiously approached and limited to genuine cases. Students are strongly advised to consult with the Financial Services Office before considering a course withdrawal, as such a decision may compromise their financial aid.