Withdrawal from the College

Students may withdraw from a course(s) on or before the 70 percent date of the course and receive a grade(s) of “W”. After the published 70 percent date of the course, students will receive a grade of “WP” or “WF” depending on their grade average at the time of withdrawal. The grade of “WF” will be calculated as a failing grade in determining the student’s GPA.  After the 70 percent date, students with extenuating circumstances who receive a “WF” may request approval from the VP of Academic and Student Affairs to withdraw with a grade of “W”.

Students who stop participating in a course may be withdrawn administratively when the student violates the attendance policy. For nontraditional courses, including but not limited to internet-based courses, the withdrawal date for the course will be the date the student last completed an academic-related activity verifiable by the instructor.

 A student who enters a course but withdraws on or before the course census date will receive a grade of “NG.”

The withdrawal process is as follows:

1. Prior to withdrawing from a course, students are encouraged to speak with financial aid and their academic advisor or success coach to consider financial or academic consequences. High school students must receive approval from their high school counselor.
2. If the student chooses to proceed with the withdrawal, the student must contact their instructor and request to be withdrawn.
3. The instructor must verify the last date of attendance and submit the withdrawal form.
4. Student Services will process the withdrawal and notify the Finance Office.
5. The Finance Office will determine if the student is eligible for a refund by following the tuition refund policy established by the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges.