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Dropping and Withdrawals

Dropping a Class

Standard term-length classes dropped within the first two weeks will not appear on the transcript. If a student drops or withdraws after the two-week period, a “W” grade will be assigned. Non-attendance is not a basis for a refund or nonpayment of tuition. Registration constitutes liability unless a formal drop or withdrawal is processed within the refund period through the Admissions, Registration and Records Office. The refund date for each class is printed on the student class schedule. Please note: The refund date for single weekend computer courses is the Wednesday before the course begins.

A student may drop any standard-length class through the Friday of the seventh week of instruction. Check with the Admissions, Registration and Records Office for the last day to drop nonstandard-length classes.

Students signing a deferment of funds are still liable even if the aid is denied unless they withdraw in writing in the Admissions, Registration and Records Office within the refund period.

IMPORTANT
No-Show Drop Procedure
Students should be aware that attendance is mandatory the first week of some classes. Also, students who do not attend class during the first four weeks of class (or the equivalent for non-standard length courses) may be dropped at the discretion of the instructor. However, non-attendance does not guarantee that you will be dropped from your classes. A failing grade may result based on non-attendance. It is the student’s responsibility to process a drop or withdrawal in the Admissions, Registration and Records Office or by Touch Tone or Web for classes they do not want.

Withdrawing From College

Formal withdrawal from the college is defined as dropping ALL classes. Students have the option to withdraw from college through the last day of instruction but before final exams. The withdrawal must be received and processed by the Admissions, Registration and Records Office in one of the following ways: in-person, mail, Touch Tone, Web or by telephone at 503-491-7393. Note: After Friday of the seventh week (or equivalent) students can only withdraw in person or by calling 503-491-7393. Refunds and grades are determined according to regulations printed in the quarterly schedule.

If a student withdraws from college within the first two weeks of the term or the equivalent, the classes will not appear on the transcript.

If a student withdraws from college after the second week of the term, the classes with a grade of “W” will appear on the transcript. However, any grade earned to date in nonstandard term-length or mini-term classes will remain, and the “W” grade will be assigned only to classes not yet completed.

Students who merely stop attending classes without formally withdrawing will receive the grades assigned by their instructors and will not receive a refund of tuition and fees.

Students are advised to consult their instructors prior to withdrawal.

Students receiving veterans’ benefits also must notify the veterans’ clerk of intention to withdraw. Failure to do so may result in overpayment which will need to be returned to the Veterans Administration.

Students receiving financial aid also must notify the financial aid office of their intention to withdraw.