At the University of Arizona, "complete withdrawal" refers to the formal process of unenrolling from all classes for a specific term and leaving the university. This differs from dropping or withdrawing from individual classes, as students who remain enrolled in at least one class are still considered registered for that term. The periods of time in which individual classes or all classes can be removed (e.g. through dropping, single class withdrawal, or complete withdrawal) from the student's schedule can be found in the term and session-specific Dates and Deadlines calendar.
Dropping a Class
Before the drop deadline as noted in the Dates and Deadlines calendar, a single class or all classes can be removed from a student's schedule by dropping the class or classes in UAccess Student Center. A class is considered dropped when it is removed during the drop period of each session within the term.
Dropped classes do not appear on the student transcript.
Classes can be dropped by the student through UAccess Student Center.
Withdrawing from a Class
After the drop deadline and within the withdrawal period, as noted in the Dates and Deadlines calendar, a single class can be removed from a student's schedule. This is called a Class Withdrawal by the university.
When withdrawing from a class, that class will still appear on the student transcript with a grade of W. This grade does not factor into the GPA.
A single Class Withdrawal can be completed by the student through UAccess Student Center.
Withdrawing from the Term
After the drop deadline and within the complete withdrawal period, as noted in the Dates and Deadlines calendar, all classes can be removed from a student's schedule and their enrollment at the university will end.
Classes withdrawn from as part of a complete withdrawal from the term will appear on the student transcript with a grade of WC. These grades do not factor into the GPA.
A Complete Withdrawal from Term can be completed by the student with the Complete Withdrawal from Term form in UAccess Student Center.
Withdrawing from the Term
After the drop deadline and within the complete withdrawal period of the academic term, as noted in the Dates and Deadlines calendar, all classes can be removed from a student's schedule and the student's enrollment at the university will end. This is called a Complete Withdrawal from the Term. In other words, a Complete Withdrawal from the Term means that the student intends to stop attending classes for the current term and may lose access to services available to enrolled students.
Classes withdrawn from as part of a Complete Withdrawal from the Term will appear on the student transcript with a grade of WC. These grades do not factor into the GPA.
Once the Complete Withdrawal from the Term is processed, a student may not enroll in any other classes within the term. After withdrawing from the term, a student can choose to return to the university for future terms or may have no intention of returning to the university.
If you are considering a complete withdrawal, before proceeding, please review the important information below about how withdrawing from or dropping all classes will impact your access to University of Arizona resources and services:
Speak with your Advisor or Graduate Program Coordinator
Before withdrawing from your classes, we strongly recommend you speak with your academic support network at the university. They will be able to discuss the impact your withdrawal will have on your academic program and your eligibility to return to the university.
Undergraduate Students
You can find your academic advisor’s contact information through UAccess Student Center > Advising > View Advisors. You can also find advisor information in the Advisor Directory.
Graduate Students
Contact your Graduate Program.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Depending on when you withdraw, you may be required to repay part or all the financial aid that was disbursed for the term. Withdrawing may also make you ineligible for aid in future semesters, even if you decide to continue your education at another institution. Contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid at 520‐621‐1858 or read more online about the Scholarships and Financial Aid Withdrawal Policy
A complete withdrawal may also affect scholarship/grant awards. For general information, please review the Scholarships website. For information about your personal situation, contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid at 520‐ 621‐1858 or your private scholarship granting agency. If you lose your scholarship after withdrawing, you may submit a Financial Aid Appeal. You may also be able to submit the Financial Aid Deferment Request if you are planning on returning in the future
Bursar
A complete withdrawal from the term does not remove tuition and fees from a student’s account. Late fees will continue to accrue during the withdrawal process. Having a balance for tuition, fees, or other services on your Bursar’s account may make you financially ineligible to register for classes and/or obtain official transcripts.
Contact the Bursar’s Office at 520‐621‐3232 or read more about Holds and Collections. You can check your balance on UAccess Student Center.
Meal Plan
Students withdrawing from the University of Arizona are eligible to cancel their Meal Plan. Once your withdrawal is complete, you may submit your Cancelation Request online at the Meal Plans website. Cancelations will be refunded based on the date and usage at the time the request is approved. Please see the Cancellation Guidelines for details on the cancelation process.
Campus Recreation
After performing a complete withdrawal, you may be ineligible to use the facilities within Campus Recreation without paying a fee. For more information on Rec Center membership, contact Campus Recreation at 520‐621‐8702, or read about memberships on their website.
Parking and Transportation
Depending on when you withdraw, you may be required to turn in your parking permit, and you may be eligible for a refund. Contact Parking and Transportation Services at 520-626-7275 or email PTS-ParkingInformation@email.arizona.edu for the latest information
Campus Housing
If you live in a dorm:
After performing a complete withdrawal, you will no longer be eligible to continue living in campus housing. You must see your RA or Community Director to properly check out of your room within 24 hours of completing your withdrawal. If you would like more information concerning release from your Housing License Agreement (housing contract), contact Housing and Residential Life at 520‐ 621‐6501 or housing@arizona.edu.
If you currently live in a fraternity or sorority house: Contact your house manager.
Campus Health and Counseling and Psych Services (CAPS)
Withdrawing from the University may make you ineligible to use the services provided by Campus Health or CAPS, but continuing your care after leaving the University is important. Call 520‐621‐9202 to discuss insurance, eligibility, and referrals.
Student Employment
If you are not enrolled in classes, you cannot be employed in a student job. If you have questions about the status of your on‐campus job, contact your employer.
Dean of Students
Students who withdraw from the University are not eligible to participate in the University’s Diversion Program. A withdrawal can result in registration holds being placed on your account or the transfer of your case back to the court system/referring agency for adjudication. Contact the Dean of Students office at 520‐621‐7057 for more information.
Military-Connected Benefits and Certifications
If you are receiving veteran’s assistance or using military benefits, contact Military-Connected Benefits and Certifications
Request for a Medical Withdrawal
If the student is withdrawing from the term for medical reasons, they may upload the Medical Provider form during the complete withdrawal process (note: the Medical Provider form is not required for the withdrawal to be processed. Please do not submit medical records.)
After reviewing this information, if you are unsure if a complete withdrawal from the term is the right choice for you, contact your academic advisor or graduate program coordinator to discuss other options that could apply to your circumstances.
If you are ready to proceed with your complete withdrawal request, you can click the button below or find the complete withdrawal form in your UAccess Student Center Forms. See the student help guide for instructions for submitting the form. Please allow 48 hours (about 2 days) for processing. Do not submit duplicate requests:
We hope you will return!
Undergraduate students
Undergraduate students may return in the next major semester without having to re-apply if they meet the Back2UA requirements. Students may register online in accordance with the university priority registration schedule.
Undergraduate students who do not qualify for the Back2UA program (or no longer qualify for the program), and would like to return to the University of Arizona in the future, can reapply for admission to the university.
Graduate students
Graduate students must be enrolled each term, excluding Summer, in accordance with the Continuous Enrollment policy. Graduate students who do not intend to be enrolled for a required term but wish to continue their studies later should contact the Graduate College to request a leave of absence.
Graduate students who do not plan to enroll in the subsequent term, and do not have an approved leave of absence need to apply for readmission to the Graduate College through the online Graduate Admissions Application.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you drop classes before the refund deadline, you are eligible for a tuition refund.
Single course withdrawals and complete withdrawals completed after the refund deadline do not qualify for a tuition refund.
Your ability to return without readmission depends on your academic career and your academic eligibility status.
Undergraduate students who left the University of Arizona and qualify for Back2UA can return without re-applying for admission during their Back2UA time.
If you are a Graduate student, you should review the Graduate College Enrollment Policies to learn about your options.
Professional college students should connect with their college to understand their policies related to readmission and enrollment policies.
Undergraduate students who left the University of Arizona and qualify for Back2UA can return without re-applying for admission. If you qualify for Back2UA you will be able to re-enroll during your standard priority registration window for the term you intend to return.
If you are a Graduate student, you should review the Graduate College Enrollment Policies to learn about your options for returning and re-enrolling at the University.
Professional college students should connect with their college to understand their policies related to readmission and enrollment policies.
Please allow 48 hours for processing. Do not submit duplicate requests.
Classes you withdraw from in the complete withdrawal process will appear on your transcript with a grade of WC, which does not affect your GPA.
If you drop all classes before the refund deadline you will require a new application. Please contact the Admissions Office.
If you submit a complete withdrawal from the term and receive WC grades, you are eligible to return in the next term without reapplying to the University.
Any class with an earned grade will remain on your record if you submit a complete withdrawal request after the class is graded. Classes with a W grade will be changed to a WC (complete withdrawal).
During the complete withdrawal process you will be prompted to upload a medical provider support form.
Complete withdrawal means you are withdrawing from all classes for the entire term during the complete withdrawal period.
Dropping a class means the class is removed from your schedule, and it will not appear on your transcript. You can drop classes before the withdrawal period begins by logging to your UAccess Student Center and navigating to the Enrollment tab and selecting Add/Drop/Swap Classes.
Withdrawing from classes after the drop deadline and during the withdrawal period results in a grade of W or WC on your transcript. The dates and deadlines calendar details the dates within each term and session where you can do single course withdrawals or a complete withdrawal.
If you dropped classes in the term prior to submitting a complete withdrawal, those classes will not be assigned the WC grade and will not appear on your official transcript.
If a student is incapacitated; a representative of the student should contact the Dean of Students Office by Phone: (520) 621-7057 or Email: DOS-deanofstudents@arizona.edu