Withdrawal or Dropping Classes

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Sometimes you may find it necessary to withdraw/drop from the university before the end of a term. We encourage you to seek solutions to academic problems by using the advising resources available to you. If you drop a class or totally withdraw you may cease to be eligible for financial aid or for a refund. A portion of your financial aid will be recovered and refunded to the appropriate federal program. Please be aware:

Federal Regulations may require you, the student, to repay part or all of the grant money you were given under the return of Title IV funds rule.

Timeframe for the return of Title IV funds - Bellevue University will start the process upon withdrawal but has 45 days from the date the institution determines that the student withdrew to return all unearned funds that the school is required to return.

When considering withdrawal from the University, you should consult with your instructors or Student Coach to determine if this is the best course of action. They may be able to help you choose alternatives prior to withdrawal.

Withdrawals could impact:

your student account
financial aid
tuition assistance
Veteran benefits status

The withdrawal date is:

the date you began the institution's withdrawal process or officially notified the institution of your intent to withdraw;
or, the midpoint of the period of enrollment if you leave without notifying the institution;
or, your last date of attendance at a documented academically-related activity.

Ceasing to attend class does not constitute an official withdrawal.

How to Withdraw

Step 1: Complete a Drop Form

To withdraw from a class or program you must contact your Student Coach. If you are unsure who to contact, BRUIN Support can assist you.

Step 2: Submit Form to Student Records

The staff member who completed the form on your behalf must submit the completed withdrawal form to Student Records.

Step 3: Student Account (Refund / Credit / Obligation)

The amount of credit to be refunded to you or amount you still must pay will be determined by the tuition-credit refund policy in effect at the time of your request for withdrawal.

Step 4: Responsibility for Withdrawal

You are responsible for making sure the withdrawal process is completed. If you do not personally complete the withdrawal form, ask for verification of the withdrawal.

Step 5: Grade/Transcript

If you officially withdraw from a course(s) during the withdrawal period, you will receive a grade of "W" for the course(s). Official and unofficial transcripts will show all withdrawal activity including the course name(s) and the "W" grade(s).