Withdrawal Request

Complete Withdrawal Information

Since a complete withdrawal from the university can be a difficult decision and could result in serious academic and financial consequences, ASU has many resources in place to help. During the fall and spring semesters, undergraduate students are required to work with a Student Retention Coordinator to facilitate the withdrawal process or explore other potential options which may include:

• Withdrawing from Just One or Two Classes (Course Withdrawal)
After the drop/add deadline through the course withdrawal deadline for a class, students can withdraw from the class while remaining enrolled in other classes. Students are encouraged to contact their academic advisor to discuss the impact this may have on meeting critical requirements.

• Requesting a Medical/Compassionate Withdrawal
Medical/Compassionate withdrawals are available for students needing to withdraw from one or more classes due to a personal mental/physical health condition or the death or serious illness of a family member/close friend. More information concerning medical/compassionate withdrawal requests can be found here.

• Meeting with an Academic Advisor
Academic advisors can assist students in meeting their personal academic goals, exploring strategies for remaining or getting back on track, providing time/stress management tips, and identifying campus life/involvement opportunities. Students can find their academic advisors’ contact information by clicking the “Advising” link in the “My Programs and eAdvisor” box of My ASU.

• Seeking Tutoring or Academic Support Services
ASU's Learning Support Services (LSS) provides day and evening tutoring as well as test reviews for over 100 classes, including math, composition, business, language, engineering, and science. Additionally, LSS provides writing support at any stage of the writing process. LSS also offers workshops on software and academic skills and provides personalized academic coaching to help students manage their time and develop effective study habits. More information concerning LSS services can be found here.

• Making an Appointment with ASU’s Counseling Services
Counseling and mental health services are provided at each of the four ASU campuses (Downtown campus, Polytechnic campus, Tempe campus, and West campus). ASU students may seek services at any of the campus counseling centers, regardless of their college affiliation. ASU Counseling Center locations and contact information can be found here.

• Exploring the Possibility of an “I” (Incomplete) Grade
A mark of "I" (incomplete) may be given by the instructor when students are otherwise doing acceptable work but are unable to complete the class because of illness or other conditions beyond their control, if approved. Students interested in incompletes should discuss this option with their instructors and arrange for the completion of the class requirements.

Possible consequences resulting from a complete withdrawal:

• Grades: Withdrawing after the drop/add deadline for a class will result in a grade of “W.” In cases where a final grade has already been assigned to a class, the final grade assignment will remain.

• Financial Aid: Financial aid recipients who completely withdraw from the university may be responsible for immediate repayment of funds. The effect of a complete withdrawal on financial aid depends on when the withdrawal is dated and the type of financial aid. More information concerning the return of financial aid is available here.

• Tuition and Refunds: The date of a complete withdrawal will determine whether or not a tuition refund will be generated. Please review the Tuition Refund Policy for more information.

• Health Insurance: Students should contact their health insurance company to determine whether or not withdrawing from the university affects their coverage.

• Residential Life: Students who live on campus should contact their residential hall community staff to determine what impact withdrawing will have on their eligibility to live on campus, to complete a License Agreement Release (LAR) form, and to arrange an appointment to officially check out. More information concerning housing cancellations is available here.

• Veterans Services: Students should contact the appropriate Veterans Services office to discuss information regarding veterans’ educational benefits and/or military activation. Veterans Services locations and contact information can be found here.

• Admission Status: Undergraduate students who completely withdrew before the drop/add deadline, or who are not planning on returning next semester may need to apply for admission/readmission to ASU or obtain an approved Leave of Absence (LOA).

o More information concerning LOA policy can be found here.
o More information concerning admissions’ policies can be found here.

For more information on Complete Withdrawals, contact the University Registrar’s Office at studentretention@asu.edu