Jul 05 2008
Questions to Ask Before Withdrawing from a Class
Questions to Ask Before Withdrawing from a Class
At the middle of every term, some students find that one of their classes is too overwhelming for them. And if they are failing the course by midterm, they need to make some tough decisions about withdrawing. Here are some questions to consider before you make up your mind.
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- How badly are you failing? Look at the syllabus and do the math. If you need to make perfect scores on every future assignment just to pass, the logical assumption is that it might not be a realistic endeavor.
- Does the instructor accept late work or extra credit? If you missed a major assignment recently, and know you can make it up, discuss it with the instructor. Sometimes a key assignment can get you back in the game. However, not every instructor accepts late work or extra credit. So do not assume that they do.
- Do I lose any financial aid in the future for withdrawing? Ask your advisor and financial aid counselor about the impact of changing your schedule in the middle of the term.
- Did you discuss all your options with your advisor? Make sure you know all your options by speaking with your advisor. Be informed and take control of your education.
Remember, you are not a failure for withdrawing from a class. Plenty of students need to retake a college class that was particularly challenging. Assess what you will do differently the next term to avoid repeating errors, and simply push forward with a better strategy the next time around. Good luck!
