The Add/Drop period dates for all terms can be found in the Academic Calendar. Some dates are highlighted below.
We highly recommend you discuss your options with your advisor before making any changes to your schedule, especially if you want to add a late-start class to replace a dropped class.
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Deadline: September 20
Note: The last day for a 100% refund is always the day before the term starts.
Helpful Definitions:
Drop: Dropping one or more courses but keeping at least one
Withdrawal: Dropping all courses and fully withdrawing from the semester
Mini Terms
See the respective deadlines in the Academic Calendar.
Receiving a Grade of W
Starting June 16, a grade of W will be recorded for any dropped full-term course. A grade of W does not affect your GPA; however, it could affect your financial aid.
(See the Academic Calendar for W dates for all other terms.)
Financial Aid
We highly recommend that you consult with the Office of Financial Aid before dropping or withdrawing to find out how it may affect your aid and whether or not you will owe money back.
How To Drop/Withdraw
To drop a course or withdraw from the semester after the add/drop period for the term, log in to the My Vol State portal with your Vol State email and password.
- Click on Student Forms > Drop/Withdraw Form.
- Fill out the form completely and submit it.
How to Drop or Withdraw from Classes
Drop/Withdrawal and Refund Deadlines
If you have questions, contact Advising@volstate.edu or (615) 230-3702.
