What Happens When You Drop or Withdraw From A Class?
There are many things to consider prior to moving forward with dropping a class. Please see the following list of items and make sure that you are aware of everything you may need to take care of as you drop or withdraw from a class(es).
Academic & Financial
Impact on degree plan: Will dropping or withdrawing from this class delay your degree plan? Check with your Academic Advisor to determine what if any impact you may experience.
Tuition & Course Fee Charge: Are you eligible for a refund? Check the Academic Calendar for refund deadlines for full-16 week courses or click here for classes shorter than a full 16- week semester: non-standard refund dates or check your class in KSIS by viewing Refund/Drop Dates
Transcript Impact: How will this course(s) show up on your transcript after you drop or withdraw? Depending on when you drop and your program, there can be a record on your official transcript. Review the Academic Calendar for key deadline dates.
Financial Aid
Dropping/Withdrawing below full-time status: Could negatively impact grand and/or scholarship aid and may require you to replay some or all of the aid you've received so far for the semester. Check with the Office of Student Financial Assistance.
Dropping/Withdrawing below half-time status: Could negatively impact federal student loan aid and require you start repayment of any existing student loans. Check with the Office of Student Financial Assistance.
Dropping/Withdrawing ANY Coursework: Will negatively impact your Satisfactory Academic Progress, meaning you may lose eligibility for federal or institutional aid in future semesters. Check with the Office of Student Financial Assistance.
Departmental & Outside Scholarships or Loans: Many scholarships and private student loans have minimum enrollment requirements. Check with the awarding department, organizaiton, or lender before dropping/withdrawing from coursework.
Housing
Canceling housing contract: Just like canceling a rental agreement early, there are financial penalties charged for canceling your housing contract early. Check with Housing and Dining Services for additional information.
Other Considerations
Dependent Student Health Insurance: If you are on your parent's health insurance policy as a dependent, there may be a negative impact for falling below full-time enrollment. Check with your insurance provider for details.
Employer Tuition Assistance: if you, your spouse's, or your parent's employer provides tuition assistance, changing your enrollment status could impact your eligibility. Contact the employer's benefits department for details.
Veteran/GI Bill® Benefits: If you recieve educational assistance as either a veteran, transfer of entitlement/dependent, or current service member, changing your enrollment status could have a negative impact on your benefits. For help, start with your Military Tuition Assistance or Veteran Education Benefits Offices for assistance.
International Students: If you are an international student in F-1 or J-1 status, you MUST get permission from International Student and Scholar Services, BEFORE dropping/withdrawing below full-time in order to maintain legal status.
NCAA Division I Athlete: If you are a K-State NCAA Division I Athlete you MUST discuss the impact on your athletic eligibility by dropping/withdrawing from a course(s). Talk with your Athletic Academic Sport Counselor for assistance.
1 - GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
