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Academic Advising

Understanding the Drop Process at CSU Channel Islands...What You Should Consider Before You Drop Anchor!

 

What are some possible consequences of dropping courses that will result in less than full-time status (12 credits)?
 
  • Dropping below full time status might delay graduation plans. (Since graduation requires a minimum of 120 units, students taking 15 credits per semester are more likely to graduate in 8 semesters).
  • Completing fewer credits in an academic semester/year could affect certain types of financial aid. In addition, a student who completely withdraws from a period of enrollment may be subject to repayment. Contact a Financial Aid representative for additional information. The Financial Aid office is located on the first floor of the Professional Building.
  • Dropping below 12 credits could affect benefits such as Health/Auto insurance coverage.
 
What procedures do I need to take to drop a course?
 
You may officially drop a course during the first two weeks of the semester through the web. Drops are normally not permitted after the third week of classes. During the third week of instruction, you must submit a "Change of Program form" available in the Enrollment Center (Professional Building) or the Advising Center (Bell Tower). Withdrawal is permissible only for serious and compelling reasons and signature approval is required. Make sure you obtain approval signatures from your instructor and Program Coordinator before turning the change of program form into the Enrollment Center. Review the chart published in the schedule of classes for policies and important dates relating to drops. The “Change of Program form” must be filed at the Admissions and Records Office located in the Enrollment Center.
 
Before dropping, seek assistance from the professional advisors in the Advising Center!

 

 

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