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When can you change grades in a class?

Students may change grade type options (A-F or Pass/Fail) through the tenth week of classes for the fall or spring, or the equivalent for a summer session or other non-standard sessions.

How long can you withdraw from a course?

Students may withdraw from a course or from all courses up until the end of the tenth week of the semester or the equivalent for summer and other non-standard sessions unless they have been charged with a violation of the Academic Integrity Code. Some additional restrictions on course withdrawals may apply to particular academic programs, international students and athletes. Additional restrictions may also apply to courses used to satisfy the University Mathematics Requirement. When students withdraw before the tenth week of the semester or equivalent for other terms, a grade of "W" is entered for each course.

What is the responsibility of a student?

Students are responsible for identifying implications for their progress and status at the university, including impact on financial aid, which results from any change in registration. Students are also responsible for verifying that all changes in registration are reflected in their degree audit report and other official student records.

Can you take medical leave from a semester?

Students must petition the Office of the Dean of Students to take a medical temporar y leave, to return from a Medical Temporary Leave or to return from a semester during which they withdrew from all courses or received a reduced load that was approved for medical reasons.