Undergraduate Withdrawal

Degree Seeking Undergraduate Students

Students admitted to the University of Maryland are expected to make regular and consistent progress toward the completion of their degree. However, the University understands that in exceptional circumstances a student may find it necessary to completely withdraw from all classes. The University considers such an interruption to be very serious as it delays normal progress toward the degree. Students should not withdraw for frivolous reasons or to avoid the consequences of ignoring their academic responsibilities.

Students who have earned a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA with no previous withdrawal will need to apply for readmission. All other students who find it necessary to leave the University are required to petition the Faculty Review Board in order to be reinstated. (Withdrawals prior to Fall 2002 or those occurring in a summer or winter session will not be considered in this requirement.)

Withdrawal Procedures

Students may request a withdrawal from all classes at any time between the first and the last day of classes for the semester. Students must submit written notice of withdrawal to the Office of the Registrar no later than the last day of classes. In exceptional cases, a retroactive withdrawal may be granted based on documented requests in which extenuating circumstances significantly impaired the student's ability to complete the semester and officially withdraw by the established semester deadlines. Such circumstances include, but are not limited to, medical or psychological causes.

In addition to academic consequences, a withdrawal can have serious effects for students receiving financial assistance, international students, and students in residence halls. It is the student's responsibility to review these potential implications with the appropriate offices listed below before withdrawing:

  • Office of Student Financial Aid: 0115 Clarence M. Mitchell Building; (301) 314-8377
  • International Student & Scholar Services: 1126 H.J. Patterson Hall; (301) 314-7740
  • Department of Resident Life: 2101 Annapolis Hall; (301) 314-2100
  • Student Financial Services & Cashiering: 1135 Lee Building; (301) 314-9000
The effective date of the withdrawal for purposes of any refund is the date that the written withdrawal notice is received by the Office of the Registrar. For more information on academic deadlines and refund schedule, please see Academic Deadlines. Notation of withdrawal and the effective date will be posted on the student's academic record. Instructors and college offices will be notified of all withdrawn students.

To withdraw from all courses, students must complete:

Please return both forms to the Office of the Registrar, 7999 Regents Dr., First Floor, C. Mitchell Jr. Building, College Park, Maryland 20742; fax: 301-314-9568; or email: registrar-help@umd.edu.

Students seeking a retroactive withdrawal must review:

Re-enrollment

Students who are required to petition the Faculty Review Board for reinstatement may submit their petition here.

Students who have a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA and no previous withdrawals may apply for reenrollment here.

Students with questions or concerns about reenrollment should contact the Student Success Office via email at rr-admit@umd.edu.

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Non-Degree Seeking Undergraduate Students

Withdrawal Procedures

Students may request a withdrawal from all classes at any time between the first and the last day of classes for the semester. Students must submit written notice of withdrawal to the Office of the Registrar no later than the last day of classes.

The effective date of the withdrawal for purposes of any refund is the date that the written withdrawal notice is received by the Office of the Registrar. For more information on academic deadlines and refund schedule, please see Academic Deadlines.

To withdraw from all courses, students must complete:

Non-Degree-Seeking Undergraduate Student Withdrawal Form

Send the completed form to:
Office of the Registrar
First Floor, Mitchell Building
College Park, Maryland 20742
Fax: 301-314-9568 or email: registrar-help@umd.edu